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How to stay close to grandchildren across the miles.

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JULY 2017

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The only constant in family life is change, and the changes in senior citizens’ living situations can be profound. In this issue, Laura Livingston Snyder writes about several Central New Yorkers, and how and why they rearranged their lives as they reached a turning point (page 16). Like moving, becoming a grandparent is a major milestone. Figuring out how to stay close to geographically distant grandchildren requires resourcefulness—as Diane Stirling writes in the article on page 6. Also in the July issue, Family Times introduces the finalists in its first-ever Mommy + Me Cover Contest, for Central New York mothers and their babies born in 2017. Six finalists were chosen after receiving the most Facebook “likes” for their entries. Their stories, on pages 24 and 25, reflect each mother’s intense love for her child (or children) amid both everyday and unusual challenges. Family Times staffers will select one of the six to appear with her baby (or babies) on the cover of the August 2017 issue. We are grateful for all the mothers who took the time to share their stories and photos with us and our readers. We hope you enjoy every page of the July issue!

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Her busy full-time job makes a huge difference in her availability, Baldwinsville resident Betsy Bedigian knows, but she uses mobile and online technology to stay a part of the lives of her two grandchildren, Jack, age 6, and Eliza, 2. She also makes the effort to travel often.

Betsy Bedigian likes to Skype with her grandchildren, Jack, 6, and Eliza, 2.

“What I try to do is to get myself to Wisconsin physically three or four times a year. You’ve got to figure out how you can be present; that’s really what it’s all about. Social media, the whole technology link, just makes it easy.” Her philosophy has been shaped by the experience of her own parents as grandparents. They spent 14 years sailing the Virgin Islands yet still were close to her children, Bedigian says. “They included us in their adventures, and they created memories with their grandchildren. So, it’s thinking about, ‘How can I be present?’ Managing the long-term connection is creating a relationship with my grandchildren individually and also going and spending time with them.”

The Grandparent Connection Finding ways to stay close to grandkids BY DIANE STIRLING

re close relationships possible for grandparents and grandchildren who don’t live geographically close?

Grandparents who live at a distance should not be worried if their contact with grandchildren isn’t daily or weekly, says Alice Sterling Honig, professor emerita of child development, Falk College at Syracuse University. What’s important is personalizing the interaction that happens when grandparent and grandchild are together. “Be glad of how much love you can exchange just by doing things with them,” 6

“I don’t think grandparents need to become an additional stressor,” she says. “I think it’s really important, regardless of where the child is located, to be cognizant about the clues your children are giving you about how involved they want you to be in that child’s life, and that you don’t overstep your boundaries. I absolutely adore my grandchildren: They’re wonderful. Everybody’s view about how involved that relationship is is different. But I do think you have to be intentional about it. It’s hard. We just do the best we can.”

Bridging the distance she says. “If they want to play Candy Land or Parcheesi, play it with them, bike ride with them. Do something personal that’s really dependent on that child’s interests. When it’s bedtime, sing a lullaby, rub their back, read them a story. It’s different than, ‘I’ll take you to the movies, I’ll take you to have some ice cream.’” That one-on-one focus cements the relationship, according to Honig. “Personalized attention makes human beings feel that, ‘Somebody knows who I am, somebody cares about me personally.’ If you don’t personalize it, what good is it if you’re there every single day? When you’re there, make it personalized time.”

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For Fay and Dave Eastwood of Verona, treks to New York City were pretty easy to manage for the first year of their granddaughter’s life. When their son-in-law’s job meant a move to Europe, the Eastwoods took the change in stride. They’ve visited the family in Europe three times over the past year or so and rely on technology otherwise. “I feel so grateful that we have the technology to keep in touch and the opportunity and resources to travel,” Fay Eastwod says. Dave Eastwood says visiting in person “is good for morale. It is what it is: You make the best of every situation.” continued on page 8

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Bedigian cherishes the homemade cards and notes of her grandson. She started a journal of “Letters to Jack” to give him when he’s in his 20s. And she tries to temper her need to reach out with the realities of her daughter’s busy life.

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continued from page 6 Their advice for others facing grandparenting at a distance: “Learn to use technology. If you don’t know how, get someone to teach you. It’s easy and it provides an almost-there feel and some grandparent satisfaction,” says Dave, an avid Skype user. “We do kisses and pretend hugs and tickle. All you’ve got to do is reach out your fingers and pretend to tickle her. She giggles and reaches back.” “I don’t know how people coped back in the old days. I had one grandmother in Alabama but I felt very close to her,” Fay says. “Our kids were very close to my mother. It made me that much more determined that I was going to have that. I said, ‘I don’t want this kid growing up not knowing who we are, and I think we’re doing pretty well at that.’” The Eastwoods buy the books their granddaughter has in nursery school to read together online. Google mobile texting has been a godsend. “I know I can just text my daughter on the phone, say I’m going to be home in 15 minutes, are you going to be around? We probably talk with them more now than we did when they were in New York City. It’s very, very nice,” Fay adds. Aurora, the only grandchild of Kristin Walcott and her husband, Peter, lives across the country in Los Angeles. Their son’s musical career requires frequent travel. So, schedules and the distance between coasts both are challenges, according to Kristin Walcott. Regardless, she and Peter stay close to their granddaughter by sending picture postcards often. “Aurora likes those; they’ll send me a picture of her chewing them,” Kristin says with a chuckle. “We make her greeting cards. We planted flowers in our garden and took a picture of those with her name on a poster, naming it, ‘Aurora’s pansies,’ and sent that.”

Tips for staying close

While long distances can diminish the amount of in-person time grandparents can spend with grandchildren, there are ways for the generations to be close regardless. “The secret to bonding with grandchildren is shared experiences, and you can still have those from a distance,” writes Amy Goyer, AARP aging and family expert. Whatever form of communication grandparents may use to stay in touch, they need to understand the irreplaceable qualities they can offer their grandchildren. “Above all, remember the key roles you play as a grandparent are those of patient listener then giver of unconditional love. Allow those qualities to erase the miles.” 8

The Walcotts’ connection to their only grandchild was instant and now that feeling is always present. “It floored us,” Kristin says. “The emotion of love is just so overwhelming. Oh, I wish I had lots of ideas about how to do this long-distance thing, but the biggest thing we determined was that we’ve got to see that child two times a year. Maybe they will start to travel here, but in the meanwhile, we’ve got to see her twice a year. That’s the biggest deal for us.”

A togetherness book

Facetime, a live-streaming Facebook app, is essential for Sari Zucker Signorelli, of DeWitt, who uses it to keep up with her 1-year-old granddaughter in New Jersey. Travel is limited by Sari’s and her husband’s full-time jobs, so they made a special gift for their granddaughter, a photo album of first-year photographs and special milestone events. “It’s a gift so clearly from Grandma and Grandpa. As she gets older she will know we were there and looking over her.” Signorelli encourages her son to help the couple stay involved over the miles, too. “I make my son send photos every single week; I hold them hostage for photos,” she says. “They also send videos, such as when she took her first steps.” Her philosophy on being an involved grandparent is simple: “Moments are more important than things. We don’t send a lot of toys. But we try to keep up a fairly steady presence, and when we see her in person, that’s reinforced.” Mary Dunn-Blazey feels fortunate to live within an hour’s drive of 3-year-old Juliana. Still, she’s busy all week with her bakery business, Mary’s Madness, and her daughter and son-in-law have busy schedules, too. So Mary employs technology to stay close between visits. Sunday-night chats, when everyone’s relaxed and can be silly

together, are treasured, says Dunn-Blazey, a Syracuse resident. “I’m very fortunate. I can put the brakes on everything and go see her,” she admits. “Laundry be damned. That’ll be there tomorrow, and I’ve got lots more clothes.” Because Dunn-Blazey grew up with both sets of grandparents living just a mile or two from her house, that experience influenced her own grandparenting. “I have always tried to remember how important my grandparents were in my world, and I want Juliana to remember me the way I remembered them.”

Good for everyone

Older adults who are able to maintain relationships across generations benefit from doing so, notes Sharon A. Brangman, M.D., chief of geriatrics at Upstate Medical University. Typically, as people age, they don’t want to seem a burden to their families, so being able to do something that’s seen as helping the family—like being an involved grandparent—is beneficial for them, Brangman says. “Listening to the kids, being a sounding board, being able to make suggestions: These are important contributions grandparents can make. Giving the time and being connected without having a task that needs to be done is beneficial. Being a grandparent who is available to the grandchildren is helpful to the grandparent—and it’s very important for the grandchild, also.” Diane Stirling has worked in communications since her first reporting job at age 20. She has three granddaughters, who live in Vermont, a five-hour drive from her Oneida home.

The author of Things to Do Now That You’re a Grandparent offers several useful tips:

children teach you) if you’re uneasy about your tech skills.

• Maximize in-person visits by creating shared memories, having new adventures and interacting at the child’s level.

• Send your grandchild pictures and videos of what’s going on in your life.

• Follow up visits with online scrapbooking and talks of the times shared. • Use technology—such as video chat—to keep the visuals going and show each other what you’ve been up to. • Use apps such as Facetime and Tango to read books together, “attend” school programs and “be” at extracurricular activities. • Get help from online tutorials or in-person technology training (or have older grand-

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• Keep an online calendar of family events and important occasions. That lets you keep abreast of activities and send good-luck wishes before a ball game or congratulations after a recital. • “Old school” telephone calls, letters and cards are still good ways to stay in touch. For more information, visit AARP’s website and Amy Goyer’s blog at: http://blog.aarp.org/ author/amygoyer/.

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ow much do you know about Auburn? The city, which calls itself “History’s Hometown,” is about a 40-minute drive from Syracuse on Owasco Lake in Cayuga County, and one day is not enough to try all the possibilities Auburn holds, from museums to playing to restaurants. Start your trip with a dip into the past. Auburn is lucky to be the last home of Harriet Tubman, famous escaped slave and slave rescuer. She eventually settled in Auburn and founded the Tubman Home for the Aged. Just named a National Historic Park this year, the Tubman property can be visited year-round. The Visitor Center provides a detailed timeline of her life, which is enhanced by tour guide Paul Gordon Carter’s dramatic retelling of her struggles and achievements. He asks children to share their knowledge of Tubman and help re-enact some of her accomplishments. Tubman’s personal home, rebuilt in brick by her second husband, can be viewed from outside, and tours are available of the Home for the Aged. There’s plenty of grass 10

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for children to spread their wings between buildings and tables available for picnic lunches. I’d recommend an hour for the visit with children.

youth services coordinator. “They can switch gears and talk about pets and the toys that are up in the nursery. It’s a kid-friendly experience.”

Tell the kids there’s time for one more stop of historical interest, and that’s the Seward House Museum, which also served as a stop on the Underground Railroad. Park in the public parking lot next to the house at 33 South St. A gate leads to the visitor entrance of the home of William H. Seward, Abraham Lincoln’s secretary of state. Every item inside came from the four generations of Sewards who lived there, including many gifts Seward received while visiting countries around the world.

Tours also can focus on specific topics of interest, such as women’s history, abolition and the anti-slavery movement, or New York history, noted Jeffrey Ludwig, director of education. Children enjoy hearing about Fanny Seward, who grew up in the home and whose toys and books are on display, he added. Only children typically are taken down the narrow stairs to the home’s original underground kitchen, which was turned into a hiding spot for escaped slaves along the Underground Railroad, Ludwig said.

The home, built in 1816, was donated by the family in the 1950s to become a museum so no items were lost. These artifacts support the stories about the family members and U.S. history.

Two rooms on the second floor hold rotating exhibits. This summer’s exhibits are about the assassination attempt on Seward, the same night Lincoln was shot and killed, as well as Seward’s efforts to buy the Alaska Territory for the United States. A piece of bloodied sheet, a knife and artifacts from Alaska are on view, among other items. The

The home must be viewed on a tour, which is adapted to the audience. “The nice thing about the tour is that the docents are able to cater to everyone,” said Jill Hand,

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It’s not time to go home yet. Head back to downtown Auburn and stop in the Seymour Library on Genesee Street. The public library features a lower level devoted to children’s books and activities, and sponsors a special activity for children each week through summer. (Visit seymourlibrary.org for details.) Located in another historic Auburn building, adults will enjoy the comfortable chairs arranged for reading in the library’s other rooms. After leaving the library, make sure to look up at the large, pink mural on the outside of the Schweinfurth Art Center, located at 205 Genesee St. This image of Harriet Tubman was crocheted by more than 150 local volunteers under the direction of the center’s visiting artist, Olek, and will be displayed all summer. The center for modern arts offers three exhibits this summer: one of quiltings, one of paintings and cyanotypes (photos) and one of mixed media collages. Children under 12 get in free. (I like to take my kids on short forays into art museums or galleries so they can see what’s available and ideally grow an appreciation for visiting such spots.) If the kids won’t go inside again, venture to the library’s new activity in Hoopes Park, 100 S. Herman Ave. The library took books outside. The Story Walk features one page of a book on a stake along a path; follow the path and read the entire book. New books will be added throughout the summer at the beautiful park.

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Now it’s time to go home … unless you want to stop for dinner at one of the city’s two brew pubs or get burgers and shakes at Patty Shack, located diagonally across the road from the library. Another day, perhaps in foul weather

Owasco Lake continued from page 10 second floor also houses the diplomatic gallery of portraits of world leaders from Seward’s time, a Victorian bedroom and a Colonial bedroom, including everyone’s favorite chamber-pot chair, Ludwig noted. It’s not to be missed. After about an hour in the Seward home, tell the kids it’s time to head outside. Drive a few blocks to Fort Hill Cemetery, where you can drive or walk to the graves of Tubman, the Seward family, and suffragette Martha Coffin Wright, among others. The cemetery area originally was a fort and burial grounds for the Iroquois Indians and offers hills to climb while inspecting the historic gravesites. 12

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If you brought along the family dog, he’s probably ready to romp at the Lakeside Dog Park, located next to Owasco Lake on the Fleming side of Emerson Park. There’s even a bit of lake available for dogs to dive and swim. Drive around the lake to a more “human” area, Emerson Park (with parking on East Lake Road) that features a playground and picnic tables to enjoy a packed lunch and an afternoon of swimming. The Merry-Go-Round Playhouse stands nearby and offers a few matinees and regular evening performances. Keep driving up East Lake Road to my favorite lunch spot of Tom Thumb Drive In, which offers food, ice cream and 18 holes of miniature golf, all overlooking Owasco Lake.

If it’s late summer or autumn, it’s time for apple picking on your way to or from Auburn. Once there, take in the ag museum or whatever you missed from the Day One visit. Open daily during summer, the Ward W. O’Hara Agricultural Museum is free to visit and tour along East Lake Road. For those more inclined to local history, check out the Cayuga Museum of History & Art as well as the Case Research Lab Museum, both located in downtown Auburn. The Cayuga Museum’s summer exhibit is devoted to the Italian immigrant experience in Cayuga County. The Lab contains all the equipment used by Theodore Case, who was a leader in discovering the magic of attaching sound to film in 1924. If you have children age 6 and under, then turn to jumping and playing in Play Space of ABC Cayuga. Located on Gen-

If your group includes older children or teens, they may prefer the Arnold Palmer Golf Facility on Gates Road, off Route 5. They can try miniature golf, the batting cages or driving range—and then fill up on hot dogs and ice cream, of course. Participants must be at least 10 years old to try Combat Zone Paintball, which shares the golf grounds, too. Don’t forget to try one of the numerous local pizzerias located throughout Auburn, take your picnic lunch back to Emerson Park next to Owasco Lake or check out one of the new brew pubs before taking your memories of Auburn back home.

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HARRIET TUBMAN HOME. 180 South St., Auburn. (315) 252-2081. harriethouse.org. $5 fee for adults; free for children. SEWARD HOUSE MUSEUM. 33 South St., Auburn. (315) 252-1283. sewardhouse.org. Tours on the hour. Admission $12 for adults; $6 for students with ID; and free for children 6 and under.

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look at specific needs and assist with transitions. For caregivers and senior citizens, Spoto Decker suggests first taking an inventory of what’s already in place and planning ahead. “Resources play a big role. For example, Medicare doesn’t usually pay for long-term care. I think people need to be educated on what is available and who will pay.” Does the senior have a power of attorney, healthcare proxy, or a living will? These forms are free and can be found through ongov.net using the “search” function. The forms give caregivers specific directions about senior citizens’ wishes.

Support for a family

For some elderly people, family is the only support they need. One such household is that of Elaine Williams, a 45-yearold probations officer, her husband and her three youngest, school-aged children. Five years ago, her mother, Faith Johnson, now 68, moved from New York City to live with them in Syracuse. Williams sought additional support so her mother could be active and engaged during the day, when other household members were away. “I didn’t want her to sit here and be bored,” she says.

Faith Johnson, who lives with the family of her daughter, Elaine Williams, is pictured with her 6-year-old grandson, Jonathan.

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any adults have become the ultimate caregivers. They are members of what is known as the “sandwich generation,” raising young children, financially backing grown children, and providing care for their own parents, who are living longer and need assistance. The burden is heavy. All look to this generation for support. In 2013, the Pew Research Center found nearly half of those in their 30s and 40s are in this situation. Knowing when and where to turn for advice and guidance for seniors can be overwhelming. 16

Although people often automatically think of nursing homes, there are actually many options. And everything from insurance advice to caregiver classes is as close as your county’s office for aging. “We don’t want what we do to be a bestkept secret,” says JoAnne Spoto Decker, director of community service programs for the Onondaga County Department of Aging and Youth. Spoto Decker’s office aims to help keep senior citizens at home and out of institutions for as long as possible. Phone and in-home consultations are conducted to

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A friend of hers at the Office for Aging directed Williams to different programs. Williams and Johnson scheduled a visit to Loretto’s Daybreak, a medical day program for those age 21 and up who have a medical condition and need assistance. It was an easy decision. Johnson has been going several times a week since then and enjoys it. Both women like the idea of having nurses on staff, especially because diabetes and vision problems can require interventions. “I know if my blood sugar level is low, they check it,” Johnson says. The program also offers healthy meals and provides transportation. It takes participants to doctor’s appointments, and its schedule includes outings for shopping, live music and bowling. The program also meets social needs. When Williams mentions a gentleman at Daybreak who may be more than a friend, her mother giggles like a schoolgirl.

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Other senior citizens need residential services, and housing can have all the benefits of independent living without the hassles of upkeep. In a cozy corner apartment overlooking Lake Ontario, Paul and Sue Raymond, 78 and 76, respectively, live among an extensive collection of cow-themed objects and paintings.

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Faith Johnson, with her grandson Jonathan and daughter, Elaine Williams. They raised a family in a six-bedroom farmhouse with 400 acres of land and more than 200 cows. But eventually the demands of the dairy industry were unsustainable for them, and they sold their property.

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Dick Barry, 91, lives at the Hearth at Greenpoint. In the photo, he’s showing his son Mark Barry a new technology for enlarging text to help him read more easily.

When a shift makes sense

Health changes are usually the precipitating factor for evaluating living situations. Marty Pond, a registered nurse who specializes in geriatrics, has been with St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Center for 29 years. She’s seen patients and adult children struggle with what to do after an illness or injury. They are referred to their county’s Office for Aging. She advises that senior citizens and their children should make their plans while they are healthy. Adult children should find out the name of their parents’ bank and their account numbers, the name of their attorney, and where to find the extra set of house keys. And adult children should say, “I know you’re not sick now, but what do you want us to do?” Pond encourages family meetings so everyone can to talk openly about the situation. “As we’re living longer with more chronic diseases, it all comes down to quality of life. No one plans on a nursing home so ask what they have in mind.” She suggests spending an afternoon visiting senior housing and assisted living facilities. “Make it a fun day; see a few, go to lunch, see a few more.” If there is an opening and the seniors don’t feel it’s necessary to move just then, they can simply decline.

Adding to support over time

Some adult children can gradually increase support for their aging parents. “I’m running out of gas,” 91-year-old Dick Barry says with a smile. He had 18

been living on his own in a condo up until about two years ago. No longer driving, he depended only on his family to bring him what he needed. Then he started falling and losing consciousness. Sometimes it was because he wasn’t remembering to take his medication properly; other times it was dehydration. He and his six children knew he needed additional attention they couldn’t give, since they have jobs and kids at home. At first, they hired a helper for chores and a few hours a week of companionship. Unfortunately, Barry fell while out doing errands and sustained a blow to his head. He had to visit the hospital, and his family members realized he needed a higher level of care. It was no longer feasible for him to live alone and none of the family could safely take him in. “None of our homes would work, we all have stairs,” says Mark Barry, 53, Dick’s oldest child. The hospital gave a list of places to consider. Mark and his siblings decided on the Hearth at Greenpoint in Liverpool. This assisted living facility would allow their father to have his own apartment but would provide meals and dispense medication. “I didn’t want the kids to have to deal with it. I knew it was time to go,” admitted Dick. “At first I was disenchanted; it’s not home, but (the staff) come in to my room to clean and help with whatever I need.” Now he has three full meals with balanced nutrition, and eats with other residents instead of alone. He’s also on ap-

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propriate medication for his needs, and he and his family believe he is doing well. When asked about the future, Mark says he thinks Greenpoint will be able to support Dick Barry as he ages. “They have separate buildings for dementia patients and also a nursing home.” For now, Mark needs to manage only his father’s finances but says there are fewer concerns about safety. And he can stop over anytime to visit Dick on his lunch hour and add the occasional app to his dad’s iPad.

Where to start

Even though finding appropriate housing is one of the biggest struggles adult children and senior citizens face, there are other concerns. The Onondaga County Office for Aging has numerous resources. Many of these programs are federally funded, making them based on need rather than income. The office conducts an extensive assessment before suggesting suitable resources. The Office for Aging can, for example, direct people to in-home care and utility assistance, nutritional needs and senior centers. Community service programs consist of social work and legal services. There’s even guidance for seniors seeking education or employment. Such resources can begin to provide peace of mind for both senior citizens and their adult children. Laura Livingston Snyder is a writer and mother of four who lives north of Syracuse. She blogs at freshapplesnyder.com.

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Tuesday, July 4

can read to a trained animal from Paws of CNY. Mundy Branch Library, 1204 S. Geddes St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3797.

Players of all levels can meet up with others and play with provided boards, or bring their own. Petit Branch Library, 105 Victoria Place, Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3636.

Sciencenter Showtime. 2 p.m.; Saturdays. An

interactive presentation explores different aspects of science each week. This month’s topics include: wasps; boat safety; and the physics of light and sound. Sciencenter, 601 First St., Ithaca. Admission: $8/ages 2-64; $7/seniors, age 65-plus; free/ under 2. (607) 272-0600. sciencenter.org.

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Manlius July Fourth Celebration. 9:15 a.m.-

10 p.m. Traditional events include the Stickley Chair Race (9:30 a.m., in front of Swan Pond); parade (10 a.m., starting at East Seneca and Fayette streets); food, carnival games and rides, a circus, magic act, and more (12:30-7 p.m., baseball field); and fireworks (dusk). 1 Arkie Albanese Ave. and other locations, Manlius. Free. (315) 682-9171. manliusvillage.org.

Fanfare and Fireworks. 8 p.m. Symphoria per-

Sunday, July 2

Moto-Inventions. 1-2 p.m.; Sundays in July.

Tinker with recycled materials and electricity to make whirling, moving machines to take home. Sciencenter, 601 First St., Ithaca. Admission: $8/ ages 2-64; $7/seniors, age 65-plus; free/under 2. (607) 272-0600. sciencenter.org.

forms patriotic tunes, the Syracuse Pops Chorus sings, and a fireworks display takes place at dusk. Lakeview Amphitheater, 490 Restoration Way, Syracuse. $10/general admission; free/under 18; $10/parking. (315) 435-2121.

Build Better Bubbles. 10 a.m. Watch bubble

pro Doug Rougeux build better bubbles and get some tips for making your own. Soule Branch Library, 101 Springfield Road, Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5320.

Moms Club of Syracuse East. 10 a.m.-noon; also July 17. Mothers can meet others while their kids play. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

& 26. Children ages 3-7 and an accompanying adult can enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and a craft. Salina Free Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. (315) 454-4524. salinalibrary.org.

Zoo to You. 1 p.m. Kids can meet zoo animals,

touch animal artifacts, and learn how they can make a difference for wildlife. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3395.

Hip Hop Hooping. 4-5 p.m. Young people ages

12-18 can learn hoop games, dances and skills with instructor Dawnmarie Raymond. Central Library, 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1900.

Teen Geeks. 6-8 p.m.; also July 12. Teens

can hang out, eat snacks, and play a game or do another activity at each week’s session. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

Thursday, July 6

Fireworks Painting. 2 p.m. Children can com-

Wednesday, July 5

bine straws and paint to make fireworks masterpieces. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3395.

ages 3-6 and parents can learn yoga and literacy skills in a session that features puppets, stories, songs and breathing exercises. Participants must wear socks; mats provided. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. Registration required: (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Discover, Understand, Build. 2 p.m. An

Yoga Storytime. 10:30 a.m.; also July 25. Kids

Monday, July 3

also July 12, 19 & 26. Children from infants to age 5 and caregivers can take part in an interactive storytime. Central Library, 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1900.

Toddler Summer Storytime. 10:30 a.m.; also July 12, 19 & 26. Children ages 2-3 (and siblings), accompanied by caregivers, can hear stories, sing songs and make crafts. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 4355326.

educator from the MOST (Museum of Science & Technology) will help participants build common machines with simple parts, learning how people get energy from the wind, sun, water and more. Program available at other county libraries; visit onlib.org for information. Betts Branch Library, 4862 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1940.

Jeff the Magic Man. 2 p.m. Follow Jeff on a fun

journey through Magical Storyland. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5326.

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Sunday, July 9

Street Painting, July 29

St. Elias Middle Eastern Cultural Festival. Noon-6 p.m. See July 6 listing.

Monday, July 10

Upgrade Your Computer Skills. 11 a.m.-

noon; daily through July 13. Computer camp for students in grades 7-12, with instruction in everything from word processing to spreadsheets. Students must have a Google or Gmail account before the first class. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. Registration required: (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

American Girl. 2 p.m.; also July 17, 24 & 31. MICHAEL DAVIS PHOTO

Young people ages 7-12 can travel back to the historical events and culture that influenced the American Girls in an event that features stories, crafts, snacks and more. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. Registration requested: (315) 492-1727.

Newborn Sleep Strategies. 6 p.m. Learn Get Moving. 2 p.m. All ages of kids can practice

Adulting 101. 1:30 p.m. Young people ages 16-18

Dan the Snakeman. 2:30 p.m. Audience mem-

Wii and Game Fun. 2 p.m.; also July 14, 21 &

hopscotch and soda bottle bowling skills. Central Library, 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1900.

bers of all ages can have an awesome, hands-on reptile experience. Mundy Branch Library, 1204 S. Geddes St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3797.

Teen Trading Card Game Day. 3:30-4:30

p.m. Young people ages 12-18 can join TCG Player, a local company, for an afternoon of games and prizes. Central Library, 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1900.

St. Elias Middle Eastern Cultural Festival. 4-10 p.m.; through July 9. Enjoy aspects of Arabic culture such as traditional dances, a souk full of crafts, pastries and other food. There’s also a playground for the kids. St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church, 4988 Onondaga Road, Syracuse. Free admission. (315) 488-0388. syracusemideastfest.com.

Zoo to You. 6-7 p.m. A Rosamond Gifford Zoo

educator brings live animals in for a visit; best for ages 4-10. Salina Free Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. (315) 454-4524. salinalibrary.org.

Friday, July 7

Crab Apple Jam. 10:15-11:15 a.m.; 1-2 p.m. Kids

age 6 and under, with caregivers, can join Rachel Bell for singing, clapping, dancing and storytelling. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. Registration required: (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

Children’s Summer Storytime. 10:30 a.m.;

also July 14, 21 & 28. Children ages 3-5 (and siblings), accompanied by caregivers, can hear stories, sing songs and make crafts. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 4355326.

Read, Play, Learn Playgroup. 10:30 a.m.; also

July 14, 21 & 28. Children age 18 months and older, with a caregiver, can sing, play, hear stories and more. Soule Branch Library, 101 Springfield Road, Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5320.

Summer Meal Kickoff Event. 11 a.m.-noon.

Kids can meet a baby calf, take part in a relay, and learn about life on a dairy farm. Kirk Park, 300 W. Borden St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-4207. (866) 348-6479. fns.usda.gov/summerfoodrocks.

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learn tips for preparing for a job interview. Mundy Branch Library, 1204 S. Geddes St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3797. 28. Kids are 5 and up can test their skills on the Nintendo Wii and play board games while they wait. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3395.

Popcorn Fridays. 3:30-4:30 p.m.; also July 14,

21 & 28. Young people ages 12-18 can eat popcorn and play games in the teen space. Central Library, 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1900.

St. Elias Middle Eastern Cultural Festival. 4-10 p.m.; through July 9. See July 6 listing.

Saturday, July 8

Rice Creek Rambles. 11 a.m.; also July 15, 22

& 29. Explore trails, woods and wetlands with a naturalist on a family-friendly hike. Those under 17 must be accompanied by an adult. Rice Creek Field Station, SUNY Oswego, Thompson Road, 1 mile south of Route 104, Oswego. Free. Call day of to check trail conditions: (315) 312-6677.

St. Elias Middle Eastern Cultural Festival. Noon-10 p.m.; through July 9. See July 6 listing.

Snow White. 12:30 p.m. The Magic Circle

Children’s Theatre presents an interactive, comic version of the tale, in which children in the audience help the Dwarfs save Snow White from the silly Queen, who only cares about “being beautiful.” Spaghetti Warehouse, 689 N. Clinton St., Syracuse. $6. Reservations recommended: (315) 449-3823.

Make Pinwheels. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Kids ages 5-12 can make their own pinwheels using paper, pipe cleaners and straws. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5326.

Sensory Friendly Time. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Staff

turn down the noise, turn off flashing lights, and shut off air compressors so people with sensory processing challenges can enjoy the museum. Museum of Science and Technology (MOST). 500 S. Franklin St., Armory Square, Syracuse. Museum admission: $12/adults; $10/seniors and ages 2-11. (315) 425-9068.

what to expect in the first three months and find out about the sceince of sleep. Presented by CNY Doula Connection. CNY Healing Arts, 195 Intrepid Lane, Syracuse. Free. Registration recommended: (315) 395-3643.

Multiple Moms Mingle. 6 p.m. Monthly

meeting of mothers and expectant mothers of multiples. Tully’s, 2943 Erie Blvd. E., Syracuse. Reserve if you wish to attend: multiplemomsmingle@gmail.com.

Youth Engineering Initiative. 1:30 p.m. Kids age 8 and up can create, invent and learn about engineering in this group created by local teens. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3395.

Build Better Bubbles. 2 p.m. Watch bubble

pro Doug Rougeux build better bubbles and get some tips for making your own. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5326.

Tuesday, July 11

Wheels and Meals. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Children can

climb into and explore fire trucks, emergency and service vehicles and more, while enjoying a healthy free lunch. Dr. King Elementary, 416 E. Raynor Ave., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-4207. (866) 3486479. fns.usda.gov/summerfoodrocks.

Signing Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Children ages

3-6 can learn six to seven signs that correspond to the week’s story. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Hip Hop Dance Workshop. 11 a.m.-noon;

also July 18. Kids can brush up on their dance moves and learn some new ones with Nazir Mohammed and members of the Pride Rock Crew. Mundy Branch Library, 1204 S. Geddes St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3797.

Summer Learning Day. Noon-2 p.m. Informa-

tion and activity tables explore the theme “Dive into Summer with Splash and Bubbles” for this year’s Literacy Coalition of Onondaga County event. Participants can meet Splash and Bubbles, stars of one of PBS Kids’ newest shows, and can learn about the world’s undersea habitats. Canyon Area, Destiny USA, Destiny USA Drive, Syracuse. (315) 214-2878. summerlearning.org.

Ball Bounce. 2 p.m. Use recycled materials to

make a fun handheld game to bring home. Beau-

champ Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3395.

Edible Experiments. 2 p.m. (grades K-2) and

4 p.m. (grades 3-5). Participants experiment with food and then snack on their supplies. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. Registration required: (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Marshmallow Engineers. 2:30 p.m. Kids age 5 and up can build towers, bridges and other items out of mini-marshmallows and toothpicks. Betts Branch Library, 4862 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1940.

Candy Sushi. 2:30-4 p.m. Young people going

into grades 6-12 can make candy sushi using provided ingredients. Salina Free Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. Registration required: (315) 454-4524. salinalibrary.org.

Tails to Tell. 3:30 p.m.; also July 18 & 25. Kids

ages 5-12 can read to a trained animal from Paws of CNY. Mundy Branch Library, 1204 S. Geddes St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3797.

The Magic of Reading Show. 5 p.m. Follow

Jeff D’Ambrosio on a fun journey through Magical Storyland. Soule Branch Library, 101 Springfield Road, Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5320.

Family Game Time. 5-6:30 p.m.; also July 18

& 25. Play board and video games with the whole family. Central Library, 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1900.

crafts and more. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Baby Storytime with Signs. 10:30 a.m.; also

July 26. Babies and caregivers can take part in a language-building program that teaches and reinforces six basic signs. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Making Waterslides. 2 p.m. Kids can work

together to build a freestanding waterslide with recycled materials and craft supplies. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3395.

Juggling and Magic with Gravitational Bull.

2-3 p.m. The father and son team of Dave and Kyle Fultz will amaze and amuse kids of all ages and their caregivers. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. Registration required: lpl.org.

Drawing Basics for Teens. 2 p.m. Phil McAn-

drew, who has contributed to MAD Magazine and has illustrated several books, shows teens the basics of cartooning. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5326.

Teen Zine Workshop. 2-3:30 p.m. Young

people ages 12-18 can create zines, unique themed publications. Participants may bring their own art and poetry to add to their zines. Central Library, 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1900.

STEAM Discovery Hour. 3 p.m.; also July

Wednesday, July 12

First Steps. 9:30 a.m.; also July 26. Children who

are good walkers, up to age 3, can with a caregiver take part in a program with music, movement,

19 & 26. Kids ages 7-12 can see how the library’s STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) kits work, or complete new challenges. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. Registration requested: (315) 492-1727.

Lego Building. 3:30 p.m. Kids ages 5-12 can build a tower and see if the structure can withstand an earthquake. Mundy Branch Library, 1204 S. Geddes St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3797.

Teen Game Night. 6 p.m. Teens can experience

the Artemis Spaceship Bridge Simulator, a social game in which computers and tablets are networked to allow players to assume roles as officers on a spaceship. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Thursday, July 13

Drop In Crafts. 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Kids can make fun, seasonal crafts in the Children’s Room with provided materials. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

Free to Be. 10:30-11:15 a.m.; also July 20 & 27.

Children ages 3-6 (younger siblings welcome) can take part in this early childhood music and acting class with live guitar music, creating unique lyrics. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Build Your Own Toys and Games. 1 or 2:30

p.m. (two sessions). Kids going into pre-K-grade 5 can make an I Spy game and other toys and games. Salina Free Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. Registration required: (315) 454-4524. salinalibrary.org.

Wind Chimes. 2 p.m. Create a wind chime with nature-inspired materials and craft supplies. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3395.

Dan the Snakeman. 2 p.m. Get up close with live snakes and other reptiles in this educational presentation. Central Library, 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1900.

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Kids Create It. 2 p.m.; also July 20 & 27. Science meets creativity and art in this series for children age 6 and up. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. Registration requested: (315) 492-1727.

Discover, Understand, Build. 2:30 p.m. An

Teen Writing and Comic Drawing Club.

3 p.m.; also July 20 & 27. Kids in grade 6 and up can play games to help develop characters and plot twists, check with famous authors for writing tips, and more. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. Registration requested: (315) 492-1727.

Jeff the Magic Man. 6 p.m. Follow Jeff on a fun journey through Magical Storyland. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3395.

Teen Lock-In. 8-11 p.m. Teens can have the

library to themselves and design buttons, join a black light dance program, and eat pizza and snacks. Teen summer learning program members must register; a permission form signed by a parent or guardian is also required. Petit Branch Library, 105 Victoria Place, Syracuse. Free. Registration required: (315) 435-3636.

Friday, July 14

Syracuse Nationals. 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; through

July 16. See thousands of hot rods, (pre-1980) classic and custom cars and trucks. (Buy tickets in advance and pay $15 for adults, $6 for kids.) State Fairgrounds, Geddes. $20/adults; $8/ages 6-12; free/age 5 and under. (800) 753-3978. syracusenationals.com.

Games on a Roll. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. All ages (up

to 20 people at a time) can get on the video game party truck and trailer and try out the latest games while sitting in stadium seating and enjoying high-tech video and sound, and a laser light show. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. Registration requested: (315) 492-1727.

Family Fort Building. 1-3 p.m. Drop in and

make a fort from provided blankets, sheets and tablecloths (or bring your own), then play or read. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Calling All Superheroes. 2-3 p.m. Kids ages

4-10 can dress up as a favorite superhero and enjoy super snacks, crafts and activities. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. Registration required: lpl.org.

Paws to Read. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Kids can read to one of three friendly dogs from Paws Inc. of CNY. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

Technology Camp. 11 a.m.; also July 22 &

29. Kids age 8 and up can learn about circuits, robotics, coding and more with hands-on activities. Mundy Branch Library, 1204 S. Geddes St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3797.

Snow White. 12:30 p.m. See July 8 listing.

Sunday, July 16

Syracuse Nationals. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. See July 14 listing.

Gemworld. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See July 15 listing.

Monday, July 17

Game Design Coding Club. 2 p.m.; also July

31. Students in grade 5 and up can learn how to program their own computer games using Scratch. Beginners welcome. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. Registration required: (315) 492-1727.

Build Better Bubbles. 2 p.m. Watch bubble

pro Doug Rougeux build better bubbles and get some tips for making your own. Central Library, 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1900.

Upgrade Your Computer Skills. 2-3 p.m.;

daily through July 20. Computer camp for students in grades 7-12, with instruction in everything from word processing to spreadsheets. Students must have a Google or Gmail account before the first class. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. Registration required: (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

mystery, puppetry and audience participation. Betts Branch Library, 4862 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1940.

Merry Mischief. 6 p.m. The duo sings and plays 12-string guitar, bodhran, mandolin and more. Soule Branch Library, 101 Springfield Road, Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5320.

Puppets with Pizzazz. 6:30 p.m. Nancy Sand-

ers, Emmy awarding-winning puppeteer, presents “Rumpelstiltskin,” a show for all ages. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. Registration requested: (315) 492-1727.

Wednesday, July 19

Tie Dye on the Lawn. 1-2:30 p.m. Kids and

teens can bring a cotton T-shirt or other small item to decorate; the library provides dye, gloves and instructions. (Wear old clothes that might get dye on them.) Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

Discover, Understand, Build. 2 p.m. An

educator from the MOST (Museum of Science & Technology) will help participants build common machines with simple parts, learning how people get energy from the wind, sun, water and more. Program available at other county libraries; visit onlib.org for information. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3395.

Teen Hula Hooping. 2 p.m. Teens can learn

hoop games, dances and skills with instructor Dawnmarie Raymond. Betts Branch Library, 4862 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1940.

Stop Motion Commotion. 2 p.m. Using iPads,

create stop-motion animated films. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. Registration required: (315) 435-5326.

Intro to Robots. 2:30-4 p.m. Kids ages 8-12 can

GarageBand 101. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Participants

learn about the history of robots and create a simple Lego Mindstorms robot. Salina Free Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. Registration required: (315) 454-4524. salinalibrary.org.

age 12 and up can learn the basics of recording, producing and mixing in this beginner session. Central Library, 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1900.

Minecraft Nights. 6-8 p.m. Children of all ages

Keyna Hora Klezmer Band. 5:30 p.m. Hear

Tuesday, July 18

Teen Anime Night. 6-8 p.m. Teens can come

can play Minecraft with others. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 4570310. Registration required: lpl.org.

Smartplay. 10:30 a.m. Children age 6 and under

can explore a free-play environment that promotes discovery, creativity and the development of early literacy skills. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org/teen.

Read It and Eat It. 11:30 a.m. Listen to a story

this group perform the traditional instrumental music of the Jews of Eastern Europe. Singing, clapping and dancing are encouraged! Betts Branch Library, 4862 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1940. and talk about anime. Cosplay is okay, but library staff must approve. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

Thursday, July 20

Make and Shake. 2 p.m. See if you can guess

Saturday, July 15

read by Jaime Alicea, Syracuse schools superintendent, and learn about healthy eating and the district’s summer feeding program. Central Library, 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1900.

what’s inside the shaker, and then make one to bring home. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3395.

16. See July 14 listing.

Pinback Button Making for Teens. 2 p.m.

educator from the MOST (Museum of Science & Technology) will help participants build common machines with simple parts, learning how people get energy from the wind, sun, water and more. Program available at other county libraries; visit onlib.org for information. Central Library, 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1900.

Syracuse Nationals. 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; through July Gemworld. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; also July 16. The

annual show features exhibits and demonstrations, plus gems, fossils, minerals and more for sale. SRC Arena, Onondaga Community College, 4585 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. $7/adults; free/under 12 with adult. gmss.us.

Paws and Books. 10:30-11:30 a.m.; also July 29.

Children ages 5-12 can read a story to Cooper, a trained, lovable dog certified as a Canine Good Citizen. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5326.

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Transform an artwork on paper into a one-inch diameter pinback button. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3395.

Gross Out Party. 2:30-4 p.m. Young people going into grades 6-12 can come in for gross treats, crafts and activities. Salina Free Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. Registration required: (315) 454-4524. salinalibrary.org. Moreland the Magician. 2:30 p.m. Dave Moreland performs a show packed with magic, comedy,

Discover, Understand, Build. 2 p.m. An

Inventing a Better World. 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Kids going into pre-K-grade 5 can join Steve ”Dirtmeister” Tomecek as he traces the history of inventions. Salina Free Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. (315) 454-4524. salinalibrary.org.

Zoo to You. 2:30 p.m. A Rosamond Gifford Zoo educator brings live animals in for a visit; best for ages 5-12. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5326.

Fort Rickey Discovery Zoo

DIY Girls. 7 p.m. Girls in grades 5 and 6 can learn about exciting STEM (sci-

ence, technology, engineering, math) careers and meet women working in the field during each presentation. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. Registration required: (315) 492-1727.

Friday, July 21

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YogaKids. 11 a.m. Midge Regier leads a simple and playful yoga class for kids

age 3 and up. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. Registration required: (315) 492-1727.

Fun for everyone

Health Kick Event. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Children can enjoy a healthy meal and

take part in games and a group mixed martial arts activity. Southwest Community Center, 401 South Ave., Syracuse. (315) 435-4207. (866) 348-6479. fns. usda.gov/summerfoodrocks.

PETTING AREAS MATERNITY WARD ANIMAL PRESENTATIONS EXOTIC & NATIVE ANIMALS GIANT SOFTPLAY MAZE-TUBES • TUNNELS SLIDES & BALLCRAWL

Wild Thing Visits Storytime. 7 p.m. Kids can wear pajamas, hear Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are, and meet Wild Thing. Bring a camera or phone to take photos! Barnes & Noble, 3454 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt. Free. (315) 449-2948.

Star Party. 8-11 p.m. (Backup date: July 22.) Take this opportunity to look

through telescopes and see star fields near the center of the Milky Way, Jupiter, Saturn, and possibly get a peek at Mercury. Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. (315) 673-1350. $9. Register: baltimorewoods.org.

Saturday, July 22

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Arise and Ride at the Farm. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Cycling event and festival

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Button Maker. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Kids ages 5-12 can create a design and learn

how to turn it into a pinback button. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5326.

Onondaga Cup and Lakefest. 10:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; also July 23. A two-day

regatta with rowing, kayak and paddleboard competitions takes place amid an onshore festival. Willow Bay at Onondaga Lake Park, 3832 Long Branch Road, Liverpool. Free admission. $5/parking. onondagalakefest.com.

Snow White. 12:30 p.m. See July 8 listing. Talk and Signing with Gina Damico. 1 p.m. Syracuse native Gina Damico returns to read from and sign her latest book, Waste of Space, about 10 teens cast in a fake reality show that makes them think they’re being sent into space. Barnes & Noble, 3454 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt. Free. (315) 449-2948.

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Star, Stories, S’mores. 7-9 p.m. Hike into the woods and sit next to the fire, enjoying s’more and campfire stories. Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. (315) 673-1350. $9. Register: baltimorewoods.org.

Sunday, July 23

Onondaga Cup and Lakefest. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. See July 22 listing.

Monday, July 24

Teen Hula Hooping. 2 p.m. Teens can learn hoop games, dances and skills

with instructor Dawnmarie Raymond. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3395.

Tuesday, July 25

Storytime in the Park. 10:15-10:45 a.m. Children age 5 and under and caregivers can go to the lawn near Wegmans Playground at Onondaga Lake Park, and enjoy songs and stories outdoors. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

Discover, Understand, Build. 1 p.m. An educator from the MOST (Muse-

um of Science & Technology) will help participants build common machines with simple parts, learning how people get energy from the wind, sun, water and more. Program available at other county libraries; visit onlib.org for information.

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Spy School. 2 p.m. Young people in grades 3-5

can attend Spy School and learn tricks of the trade. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. Registration required: (315) 6376374. fflib.org.

Build Better Bubbles. 2 p.m. Watch bubble

pro Doug Rougeux build better bubbles and get some tips for making your own bubbles. Betts Branch Library, 4862 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1940.

Manga Madness. 2:30-4:30 p.m. Young people

going into grades 6-12 can learn about the art of manga and the basics of creating manga with artist Mary Beth Dolan. Salina Free Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. Registration required: (315) 454-4524. salinalibrary.org.

Wednesday, July 26 Marble Run. 2 p.m. Use a variety of craft

supplies and your creativity to construct a marble run. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3395.

Hula Hooping. 2 p.m. Dawnmarie Raymond

teaches the basics of hula hooping to kids age 10 and up. Mundy Branch Library, 1204 S. Geddes St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3797.

Make a Paper Drum Machine. 2 p.m. Teens

can bring artwork to life with Makey Makeys, connecting to a jam station on the computer. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. Registration required: (315) 435-5326.

MOST Wiffle Ball Game. 5:30 p.m. The

Syracuse Chiefs face members of CenterState CEO in a fun wiffle ball game on the lawn of the

Museum of Science and Technology (MOST), 500 S. Franklin St., Armory Square, Syracuse. Free. (315) 425-9068.

Jeff the Magic Man. 6:30 p.m. Jeff leads audiences on a journey through Magical Storyland in his show, after which he’ll twist a balloon for every child. DeWitt Community Library, Shoppingtown Mall (below food court), 3649 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt. Free. (315) 446-3578.

Thursday, July 27

Thaumatropes. 2 p.m. Make a turning animated toy that was popular during the time of the magician Harry Houdini. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3395.

Mystery Party. 2-3 p.m. Kids in K-grade 2 can

solve a mystery based on beloved picture book characters. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. Registration required: (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Junk Creatures. 2 p.m. Kids ages 5-12 can build creatures using glue, recycled items and their imaginations. Central Library, 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1900.

Friday, July 28

Arts and Crafts Festival. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.;

through July 30. Nearly 200 artists, entertainers and craftspeople make their mark on Columbus Circle and nearby streets in Syracuse. (315) 4228284. downtownsyracuse.com.

Children’s Activities at Oswego Harborfest. 11:45 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; through July 30.

Harborfest, which runs July 27-30, includes per-

formances at the Novelis Family Park at Franklin Square. Also crafters, midway rides, and music in the parks and along the shores of Lake Ontario. Don’t miss the fireworks over the harbor (July 29, 9:30 p.m.). Free admission. (315) 343-6858. oswegoharborfest.com.

Stage of Nations Blue Rain EcoFest. 5-10

p.m.; also July 29. Native American music, dance and crafts. Also sustainability exhibits at Blue Rain EcoFest. Hanover Square, Syracuse. Free. (315) 479-5299.

Saturday, July 29

Street Painting. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. (Rain date: July

30.) Artists, young and old, decorate squares of sidewalk with chalk and compete for prizes. Chalk provided, but bring your own for the best availability of color choices. Montgomery Street near City Hall, Syracuse. Free for spectators. Participants: $10/age 17 and younger; $20/adults. Add $5 for registering after July 21. Preregistration recommended: cnytix.com.

Arts and Crafts Festival. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; through July 30. See July 28 listing.

Fishing Class. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Kids of all ages can

learn how to fish with Mike McGrath. Live bait and lures will be used; bait and tackle are provided. Those over age 16 must have a valid New York state fishing license. Free kids fishing derby, with prizes, 1-4 p.m. Lake Neatahwanta pier, Route 3, Fulton. Free. mmcgrath2@twcny.com. srybaak@ yahoo.com.

Northeast Jazz and Wine Scholastic Fest.

Noon-3 p.m. Part of the weekend-long jazz festival, the Scholastic Fest focuses on young local jazz musicians. Clinton Square, Syracuse. Free. (315) 479-5299. nejazzwinefest.org.

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Snow White. 12:30 p.m. See July 8 listing. Make Your Own T-shirt. 2 p.m. Teens can bring a T-shirt, old or new, and use different techniques to change its look. Petit Branch Library, 105 Victoria Place, Syracuse. Free. Registration required: (315) 435-3636.

Sunday, July 30

Arts and Crafts Festival. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. See July 28 listing.

Monday, July 31

Travel to Mars. 2:30-4 p.m. Kids ages 8-12 can learn about the challenges of exploring Mars. Salina Free Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. Registration required: (315) 454-4524. salinalibrary.org.

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Summer Movie Express. Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 10 a.m.; through Aug.

23. Regal Entertainment Group offers G- and PG-rated flicks at three area cinemas for $1 admission. Selections include The Lego Batman Movie, Storks, Kubo and the Two Strings, Sing and more, changing each week. Shoppingtown Mall 14, 3649 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt; (844) 462-7342, Ext. 474; Destiny USA 19, Destiny USA Drive, Syracuse; (844) 462-7342, Ext. 485. Regal Great Northern Mall 10, 4155 Route 31, Clay; (844) 462-7342, Ext. 472. regmovies.com.

Sterling Renaissance Festival. Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.;

• K – 6th grade • Open snow days, half days, holidays and superintendent days

July 1-Aug. 13. Visit the recreated Elizabethan village and enjoy the minstrels, jousts, japes and other entertainment provided by actors in costume, on stage and strolling about the 35-acre site. 15385 Farden Road, Sterling. $27.95/ adults; $16.95/ages 5-11; free/age 4 and under. (800) 879-4446. sterlingfestival. com.

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Downtown Syracuse Farmers’ Market. Tuesdays, 7 a.m.-3 p.m.;

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through Oct. 10. Farmers and produce dealers offer vegetables, fruit, nuts, flowers, baked goods and more for sale. Clinton Square, Syracuse. (315) 4228284. downtownsyracuse.com.

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Onondaga County Beaches. Through Aug.

13: Friday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Monday-Thursday, noon-6 p.m. Aug. 19 & 20: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Jamesville Beach Park, 4110 West Shore Manor, Jamesville. Oneida Shores Park, 9400 Bartell Road, Brewerton. $7/vehicle. (315) 435-5252 (Jamesville) or (315) 676-7366 (Oneida). onondagacountyparks.com.

Canoeing & Kayaking. Through Sept. 4:

Saturdays & Sundays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; weekdays: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Paddle around Beaver Lake searching for beaver lodges, turtles and herons. Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville. $10/hour of rental. Admission: $4/ vehicle. Call for current weather conditions: (315) 638-2519.

Horseback Riding. Through Sept. 3: daily ex-

cept Monday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. See Highland Forest on an hour-long guided horseback ride. Highland Forest Park, Route 80, 3 miles east of Fabius. $35/ hour. Reservations required: (315) 289-3775.

Time Out to Fish. Through July 14: 10 a.m.-

noon or 1-3 p.m. Children and others with special needs as well as senior citizens and small groups fish for rainbow trout. Maximum group size is 20. Carpenterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Book Fish Hatchery, 1672 Route 321, Elbridge. $3/person. Registration required: (315) 689-9367.

Animal Demonstrations. Through Sept. 4:

daily, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Keeper talks and various animal encounters. Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park, 1 Conservation Place, Syracuse. Admission: $8/adults; $5/senior citizens; $4/children; free/age 2 and younger. (315) 435-8511.

Webster Pond Fishing. Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon (kids), Sundays, 8 a.m.-noon (adults). Seasonal fishing sponsored by the Anglers Association of

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children. DeWitt Community Library, Shoppingtown Mall (below food court), 3649 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt. (315) 446-3578.

Weekend Walks With a Naturalist. Satur-

Fairmount Community Library Storytimes. Little Movers (good walkers ages 1-3):

days and Sundays, 2 p.m. Nature discovery hike with different topics each weekend. Beaver Lake Nature Center, Route 370, Baldwinsville. Admission: $4/vehicle. (315) 638-2519.

Great Swamp Conservancy Nature Trails.

Daily, dawn to dusk. Throughout the year, visitors can grab their walking shoes and explore 4.5 miles of well-groomed, flat trails. Trails feature a 900foot boardwalk, osprey nesting platform, and wetland and grassland restoration areas. The area is a stop for many migratory waterfowl and songbirds; other wildlife include muskrats and beavers. Great Swamp Conservancy, 3.5 miles off I-90, Exit 34, 8375 N. Main St., Canastota. Free. (315) 697-2950.

Baltimore Woods Nature Center. Hiking

trails and parking are free and open every day from dawn to dusk. Interpretive Center open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; closed Sundays. Snowshoe rental: $5/day. 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. (315) 673-1350.

Wegmans Playground. Boundless Playground

for children (and parents) of all ages and abilities includes accessible swings, slides, bridge and more, including special section just for the tiniest tykes. Onondaga Lake Park, Route 370, Liverpool. Free. (315) 451-PARK.

Barnes & Noble Storytimes. Thursdays, 10

a.m. Join a storytime for toddlers and preschoolers thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s features a book, songs and coloring. Barnes & Noble, 3454 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt. Free. (315) 449-2948.

DeWitt Community Library. Library offers hundreds of free programs for parents and

Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m. Small Steps (unstructured play for ages 0-2 years): Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m. Creative Kids (stories and crafts for preschoolers): Mondays, 11:15 a.m., Thursdays, 10:15 a.m. Fairmount Community Library, 406 Chapel Dr., Syracuse. Free. (315) 487-8933.

Maxwell Library Storytimes. Storytimes and

book groups for all ages. Call for dates and times. Maxwell Memorial Library, 14 Genesee St., Camillus. Free. (315) 672-3661.

Northeast Community Center Library Storytimes. Preschool storytimes with rhymes

and occasional games; youngsters learn group listening and participation skills. Call for times. Northeast Community Center Library, 716 Hawley Ave., Syracuse. Free. (315) 472-6343, Ext. 208.

NOPL Brewerton Storytimes. Age 2 and

older: Mondays, 10:30-11 a.m. & 1-1:30 p.m. NOPL Brewerton Library, 5440 Bennett St., Brewerton. Free. (315) 676-7484.

NOPL Cicero Library Storytimes. Toddler

Story Hour: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m. Preschool Story Hour: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-noon. NOPL Cicero, 8686 Knowledge Lane, Cicero. Free. (315) 699-2032.

NOPL North Syracuse Library Storytimes. Birth-age 3: Wednesdays, 10-11:15 a.m.

Ages 4-7: Thursdays, 11 a.m.-noon. Daycare Storytime: Fridays, 10-10:30 a.m. NOPL North Syracuse, 100 Trolley Barn Lane, North Syracuse. Free. Registration required: (315) 458-6184.

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