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From the editor
T Our daughter, Krystal, in her teen years
his November/December issue of Child Guide includes two of the year’s biggest holidays – Thanksgiving and Christmas, of course. Now that my kids are older – with Steven the youngest going on 13 –Thanksgiving is my favorite of the two. Less work, less expense, less hassle – but with the same joys of family, friends, and good food. Even if I have to prepare most of it myself!
Krystal, and grandpuppy, Patches
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Our daughter, Krystal, now 27, came to us at age 13 through a Maryland foster care program run by San Mar Children’s Home in Boonsboro. We had been visiting resources for several girls before Krystal and one was even placed in
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The Original Christmas Classics collection. Family-friendly DVD box set contains four of the most beloved holiday TV specials of all time, including the Rankin/Bass classics “Frosty the Snowman,” “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” “Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town” and “Frosty Returns.” VeggieTales: The League of Incredible Vegetables is the first-ever VeggieTales superhero title. DVD teaches a lifelong lesson in handling fear starring the popular “LarryBoy” character and introduces four new superheroes played by beloved Veggie Tales characters Bob the Tomato, Petunia Rhubarb, Junior Asparagus and Mr. Lunt. Join the jolly engines and merry townsfolk of the Island of Sodor for an all-new DVD collection of Yuletide-themed episodes in Thomas & Friends®: A Very Thomas Christmas. All aboard for a special holiday delivery filled with friendship, teamwork and fun! The Adventures of SharkBoy and LavaGirl DVD from Miramax and Robert Rodriguez, director of SpyKids. A lively adventure full of humor shows that even an ordinary kid has what it takes to be extraordinary. Rocky Ford Stories; Sleepytime at Rocky Ford. In this book, author Dianna Schneider provides solutions to bedtime struggles faced by many families each night through calm, nurturing & effective strategies to assist parents and other caretakers. It follows the adventures of a group of young animals as they find their way through Rocky Ford.
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“What's That?” is a delightful journey exploring common sights around the home. It is written in an easy, rhyming style that children will find very entertaining. Intended to be read to younger children, but also lends itself to being a child’s first reader. Hard cover edition, signed by author Guy Pagano. Where’s Waldo? 25th anniversary special deluxe edition is packed full of fantastic fun! Find Waldo and all his friends in the many places he visits. Complete with check-lists of other things to search for, spot-the-difference stamps and even a poster! The Adventures of Little Mouse Life Outside the Mouse Hole. In this book, author Sherri Williams demonstrates the importance of family in a story about choices and consequences. She uses 12 color-illustrated stories about confronting decisions to show children how to make good choices. In his book, The Homework Trap: How to Save the Sanity of Parents, Students and Teachers, Dr. Kenneth Goldberg, a 35-year professional in clinical psychology, offers a new model for thinking about homework non-compliance. He identifies “under the radar” learning problems as opposed to focusing on what the child should do or assuming that consequences can change behavior. Based on his analysis, Dr. Goldberg gives parents guidelines to follow at home along with ways to deal with the child’s teacher, school and community. Howard Dailey’s book, A Gentle Tug, shares his true story through tragedy, heaven and his grueling – and many times “iffy” – recovery process. His heartwrenching and oftentimes hilarious story shows how God chose to use him to encourage others to keep the faith, no matter what. Co-written by Barbara Pannell.
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Reverend Tim Edwards blends religion with science fiction to create a thrilling tale of alien encounters, intergalactic adventures, and life altering twists of fate in his book Sirius Loss. An experienced minister with a passion for both the Gospel and science, Edwards offers parents a way to satisfy their teen’s supernatural craving while also reinforcing Christian principles. Using their amazing entrepreneurial spirit, the Fly Guys of Colorado – eightyear-old Preston and thirteenyear-old Austin -- have built an amazing company for kids based on the motto of staying true to one’s self and not worrying about what others think! Their line of t-shirts come with super sassy sayings that appeal to both guys and girls and keep them focused on staying “fly”! 2 shirts for giveaway – 1 Youth Sml; 1 Youth Med. Lunchbox Buddies™ is a product that helps even the busiest of parents maintain an active role in their child’s day. Each packet contains 20 notes to add into a child’s lunchbox – enough for one month’s worth of lunches – and are heavy enough to be colored, collected and traded. Every note features a different character, from Zoob the Space Cadet to Lester the Goofball, with an accompanying message. There’s also room for parents to personalize the note with a message of their own. Little Children Big Dreams provides parents with personalized stories to help children aged between 2-10 with a fear of the dark or fear of monsters. Each of the stories is based on successful therapeutic principles, and can be downloaded and printed instantly from the website. They are accompanied by a guide for parents on how to use the stories to best help their children, and a certificate for the child. 5 prize cards to be given away.
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Nintendo DS Games Jewel Master: Cradle of Egypt 2. Recreate a millennia-old civilization with the latest in the best-selling series, Jewel Master: Cradle of Egypt 2. Return to Egypt and advance from hard-working farmers to the mighty Pharaohs, erecting the Pyramids, the Sphinx and 18 other famous monuments. Jewel Master: Cradle of Persia. Journey through 100 levels of challenging match-3 fun and enjoy the exhilarating process of rebuilding this once great empire. Combine three or more tiles to obtain all the gold and materials required to turn a desert settlement into one of the greatest empires in history. Jewel Master: Cradle of Rome 2. Race against time by swapping tiles in an intense match-3 game. Earn enough gold and materials to return Rome to its former glory and ascend to the position of Caesar. Available on both the 3DS and DS platforms, this game lets players use their earnings to build houses and magnificent palaces as they develop their small settlements into flourishing empires. When can we run, dance and play again? An enchanting story about family, learning & imagination. Author Carla Valentino wrote this children's book after an ankle sprain turned into RSD/CRPS. The book helps children understand a parent’s chronic illness and helps open the doors of communication between parents and children. www.childguidemagazine.com
Tickets for A Holly Jolly Christmas on Sunday, December 16 at 3 pm at The Capitol Theatre, Chambersburg. Features Hagerstown Municipal Band Directed by Lynn Lerew and includes a special visit by Santa. Family four pack of tickets for giveaway.
Twisterz Alphabet Matcher With this toy, players ages 3 and up are challenged to choose a letter and then twist any of the four sets of easily interchangeable rings to find and line up five colorful corresponding images that begin with the specified letter. www.facebook.com/TwisterzToys Twitter handle: @TwisterzToys Word Bird Delivers is a personalized vocabulary education for your child. A Word Bird adventure begins with the arrival of a box nest that houses a singing Audubon plush bird along with a personalized letter. For the next 52 weeks, a unique challenge word is delivered by mail with an interesting story to make the words come alive and stay in your child’s memory. Your child will also receive interactive bonus material in addition to the weekly word. The Adventures of Henry the Sports Bug. In this book by Melissa Wyler, Henry creatively teaches children the wonder and lifelong benefits of sports. Children learn about teamwork, dedication and discipline while discovering the true magic of sports is creating friendships, having fun and developing the courage to try new things. So, You Want to Be a Comic Book Artist? The Ultimate Guide on How to Break into Comics! by Philip Amara. This guide covers everything you need to know to create and sell your first comic book, from coming up with that unstoppable idea and bringing it to life to publishing and promoting your work when you’re done. Rockabye Baby! transforms rock favorites into beautiful instrumental lullabies. Guitars and drums are traded for xylophones and bells, and the volume is turned down a notch. Two CDs, More Lullaby Renditions of
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Meet the Mood brood — the result of one remarkable, caring couple STORY & PHOTO
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KATHERINE COBB
It’s a Mood family dogpile! On the bottom: A.J., Mike and Kaye; middle: Hayden and Jacob; and on top: James. aye and Mike Mood, both 44
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by a few months, a fact her husband doesn’t let her forget), live with their four sons in the Middleway district of West Virginia. While the Moods may be considered a “non-traditional family” by definition, they’re a perfect example of what family is all about. Kaye said she met her husband in 1991 and the couple married three years later. Their son A.J. was also born the same year. “AJ was half-planned,” said Mood. “I wanted a baby, but Mike didn’t think he was ready. But it worked out perfectly — he’s a wonderful father.” The couple tried adding to their family over the next few years, but with no success. Then one day, Kaye said her husband was reading the newspaper and saw an ad for foster parents in Jefferson, Morgan and Berkeley counties. “We talked about it, got more information and said, we have space in our home, and we always have space in
our hearts, why not help kids whose parents, for whatever reason, can’t help them right now?” said Mood. After completing the six-month training program through the Youth Advocate Program office in Martinsburg, the Moods finally got their first placement. “We’d originally said we could take two children based on the space we had, but the first call asked us to take a sibling group of three, so overnight I went from mom of one to a mom of four,” she said. The experience proved worthwhile for all plus initiated the Moods into the overall process. The foster children stayed for six months before being reunited with their mother. Mood said it is always the goal of the Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) to rejoin children with their biological families, although sometimes they stay in foster care a long while, or are put up for adoption if released by their parents.
The Moods became a caring foster home for the next three years to different children of various ages. Some placements were easier than others, but Mood soon learned the role of a foster care parent is a heartbreaking one. Some children bonded with them more than others, and were upset when they were returned home. Others saw the Moods as part of “the system,” and one for which they had much disdain. Still others were abandoned by parents and faced adoption. Despite the anguish sometimes invoked, Mood said, “We loved it overall. We really enjoyed being able to help the kids and parents.” In 2004, the Moods took in a sibling group of four. At the time, they had no idea the trajectory of their lives would change, but it did. The children included a four-year-old set of twins with minor special needs, a three-year-old with profound special needs, and James, who was only three weeks old. continued on page 11
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ore children have been placed with forever families through Bethany Christian Services than through any other organization in the world.
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Bethany Christian Services in Martinsburg, WV offers Pregnancy Counseling, Domestic Infant Adoption, International Adoption, and Safe Families for Children (SFFC) services. Safe Families for Children is a proactive outreach, which helps families who are in crisis before children are abused or neglected. Both this service and pregnancy counseling are offered free of charge. Hours of operation vary, usually 9am to 4pm Monday through Friday, or by appointment. Please attend our Open House on November 1 or one of the other upcoming sessions to learn more about Bethany Christian Services. Contact us at 304-620-2695 to find out how you can make a difference!
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Tummy Troubles BY JAMIE
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f your child is having tummy troubles, he is not alone. “Everybody has had a bellyache from time to time, so it is fairly common,” said Dr. Savannah Goheen with Smithsburg Family Practice. There are lots of stomach viruses in the community and a child can pick it up like anything else. “They can be contagious like a cold so kids often get stomachaches from having their hands in their mouth and contaminated from someone else,” said Goheen. Every stomachache is different. One of the most common causes is viral gastroenteritis. “Kids come in with a stomachache and sometimes vomiting, diarrhea and a fever,” said Goheen. It is usually self-limiting and only lasts a few days. Pediatricians worry with younger kids because they are prone to dehydration. “We recommend that you try to go with a bland diet, focus more on fluid than food until the child is getting better and occasionally if the child has a fever we can give Tylenol,” said Goheen. There is usually no medication for the virus. Constipation is often at fault for stomach pain. “It is important to get a good history about how often the child is going to the bathroom and if they are regular,” said Goheen. Sometimes constipation is seen around potty training as kids may withhold going to the bathroom. “The best prevention is to eat a good diet and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated,” said Goheen. Sometimes all it takes is dietary changes and the child feels better. If that does not work, medication may be prescribed. “Most of the stuff we use is over-the-counter and sometimes we use stool softener,” said Goheen. Pediatricians try to stay away from laxatives as they tend to cause more problems down the road. Other causes are more worrisome such as bacterial infections like appendicitis or Crohn’s disease. “Whenever we see a child with abdominal pain, we get the history about how long it is going on, how severe it is, any other associated symptoms, if it is associated with certain foods and then we can get a good idea by examining them and if we are concerned, we can order additional tests, imaging and blood work,” said Goheen. Urinary infections and strep throat can also cause stomach pain. “It is a large list of things that can cause stomach pain,” said Goheen. Toddlers have stomach issues of their own. “Spit-up babies is refluxing because they spend a lot of time on their back and the tube that goes from the mouth to the stomach is short,” said Goheen. Most babies have reflux to some degree. “It becomes a concern when babies are vomiting a lot and not gaining weight,” said Goheen. If the baby is growing well and happy, the pediatrician usually will leave the issue alone. In kids, Crohn’s can be more of a chronic problem that goes on for longer than two to three weeks. “It can get worse and get better and a lot of times it is associated with systemic symptoms like fever, joint pains or blood in the stool,” said Goheen. These signs are often alarming and cause the pediatrician to do further work-up or refer the child to a gastroenterologist. “The elementary school years are about the earliest we see it, but it is a lifelong challenge,” said Goheen.
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Tummy troubles can affect anyone. “You should wash your hands after you use the bathroom to prevent the spread of infection especially in daycares and if someone in the family has a diarrheal illness, make sure that the other members of the family try to be careful about washing hands and that the person who has the diarrhea washes his hands really well,” said Goheen. Stress or anxiety can cause a stomachache or irritable bowel as well. “Relaxation techniques or counseling can help,” said Goheen. Sometimes celiac or gluten insensitivity may be to blame. “We look for an allergy to wheat products and other food allergies,” said Goheen. There is a blood test that looks for anti-bodies for celiac but it is not a definitive test. “The definitive test is for a gastroenterologist to go down, take a look and do biopsies,” said Goheen. Treatment is to avoid a lot of gluten or wheat products and work with a dietician or nutritionist on altering their diet to control abdominal pain. Menstrual cramps can bother young girls and come up around the period or a little bit before. “Sometimes they can be severe and keep a girl out of school so we schedule Ibuprofen which is Motrin or Advil around the period and if it is not working, put her on birth control,” said Goheen. Female issues like ovarian cysts can also cause abdominal pain. “Some people feel warm compresses to the lower abdomen can help.” Know when to see the pediatrician. “If there are worrisome symptoms like high fever, dehydration, urinating regularly or there is new onset of abdominal pain that is severe or persisting, those are reasons to see us,” said Goheen. It is better to err on the safe side rather than waiting around and hoping it goes away. “Most of what we see with kids with abdominal pain is from benign causes and are self-limiting, so if you follow our directions, hopefully things will get better,” said Goheen. Jamie Lober, author of Pink Power (www.getpinkpower.com), is dedicated to providing information on women’s and pediatric health topics. She can be reached at jamie@getpinkpower.com. © 2012 Jamie Lober
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Meet the Mood brood continued from page 8
“I called the case worker every day crying because I just needed someone to tell me that I could do this,” said Mood. “If it wasn’t for her — along with my sister-in-law up the street who had a special needs child — I would have never gotten through it.” DHHR tried to find a permanent home for all four children (they were actually the youngest of ten) after the parents had relinquished their parental rights. Despite a statewide search for adoptive parents, finding a home for all four was a challenge, and eventually DHHR agreed to split them up, finding a set of parents to adopt the twins and another family to take the three-year-old. That left James, who was so young it was unclear if he had special needs. But Mood already knew in her heart James was hers. Mike took a little convincing, but as Mood said, “Men don’t always know what they want, that’s why they have wives.” Little did they know their family was still incomplete. “Hayden walked through our doors in 2005. He was the youngest sibling of a family, but the only one who was removed from the home because he was a minor at eight years old,” said Mood. At the time, the Moods had no foster children, but they’d also discussed how
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hard it had become to be that revolving door, constantly caring for kids who ultimately left. When permanent care was sought, the Moods looked no further than their own hearts. They knew Hayden was destined to be part of their growing
We always have space in our hearts, why not help kids ... brood and adopted him in the spring of 2008. According to his mom, Hayden seemed relieved and happy. Jacob found the Mood family in 2006, just before turning nine. “We were his third foster home and he was a sibling group of two in foster care,” said Mood. “The previous home had mistreated the children, and Jake came to us after the home was closed. DHHR was able to reunite his half-sister
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with her biological father, but the mother had relinquished rights to both children, so it quickly went from emergency foster care for Jacob to a need for permanent care.” “Jake was quiet and scrappy. He felt the need to fight for his place in the family. It stemmed from being angry, but with therapy and the love of a family, we were able to work through all of that with him,” said Mood. Ultimately, the family welcomed their newest son officially into the fold just days before Christmas in 2008. The Mood household is now full with its two parents and four sons. A.J.’s now 18 and a recent high school graduate. Hayden and Jacob are both 15 and in high school. James, who turned out to have slight special needs, is 8 and a second grader. He spent his earlier educational years in special needs classes, but has joined the general population since. Although the Moods did not renew their foster care license in 2010, they haven’t ruled out reinstating it sometime in the future after their kids are grown up and off on their own. In the meantime, they are enjoying their family — a home where love, generosity and togetherness abound. Katherine Cobb is an award-winning writer who has been published in magazines, newspapers and specialty publications.
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The Thankful Tree BY
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y the time my sons were 3 and 5 years old, they had 57 dinosaurs, 24 action heroes and 214 army men. They also had an amazing collection of 47 ketchup packets, just to prove it’s not the cost that counts. Before you convict me of attempted-spoiling, consider that all these items (never mind the ketchup) were purchased by well-meaning aunts, friends and grandmas. So while I can’t take credit for excessive buying, I do carry the burden of knowing that my sons simply have too much stuff. This growing stuff-monster is fed every birthday, holiday and even on an occasional grocery shopping trip. Yikes. Though I can’t seem to put a limit on their material possessions, I can put together a plan for “thankfulness building.” It’s my way of saying that if they’re going to collect the stuff anyway, they should at least be grateful for it. And so was born our family’s “thankful tree” – a tree whose leaves hold our thoughts, count our blessings, and remind us of what we are truly thankful for. To get started, I picked an open area on one of our kitchen walls and used construction paper to create a tree trunk and ample greenery on top. I cut out an assortment of leaves in different colors and sizes, enough so that each member of the family would end up with about thirty leaves, and piled them into a leftover giftbag. At dinner, each family member receives a blank leaf, along with their plate, fork and napkin. During dinner we talk about what we’ll be putting on our thankful leaf that night. By the time the dishes are stacked in the sink, we each have written something that we are thankful for on our leaf, and have taped it to the greenery of the tree. Over time the tree turns from spring to fall, as the colorful leaves multiply. I’ve developed a few rules that help in the process, especially if you have little ones (or teenagers). First, don’t force them to come up with something. Most likely as everyone else participates day after day, they’ll want to join in eventually on their own. I also don’t let myself “correct” silly answers like “poopy-diapers,” which usually produces a round of laughter. Instead, I simply ask why they came up with that idea. Generally you can find something about the answer that does have a ring of truth to it. You might also find that the initial thankfulness is all directed at the children’s favorite toys. While this does satisfy my initial goal, I do try to steer them away from material things. I encourPage 12
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age them to think about being thankful for blessings like friends, sunshine and even having a little brother. Besides taking their focus off material possessions, I hoped this would lead into a discussion each night on what is important to them, what they enjoy and what they don’t. I also felt it was important to develop in them a “habit” of acknowledging their blessings. John Lubbock wisely said, “What we see depends mainly on what we look for.” We all want our kids to have good habits when it comes to teeth brushing and flushing when they’re done, so why not teach them good habits in an area that could change their whole outlook on life. There’s ample support for the benefits of gratefulness-building, besides my own experience. Jeffrey Froh, an Assistant Professor of Psychology at New York’s Hofstra University says in a recent paper, “Gratitude is an important component of positive psychology. It is related to a host of positive outcomes, including subjective well-being, relational support and prosocial behavior.” In a study of gratitude in children and adolescents, the university found an association between counting one’s blessings each day for two weeks, and “greater school satisfaction at immediate post-test and at 3-week follow-up.” The study goes on to indicate that gratitude can help motivate kids towards achievement and thereby help them academically. Charles Kerns, an associate professor of applied behavioral science at the Graziadio School of Business and Management in California, has also looked into this issue. “Research has shown that persons who are genuinely grateful may be more optimistic, experience improved health, and perhaps even have extended life spans,” says Kerns. He suggests three ways all of us can increase our gratitude quotient as, “reflect on three good things, want what you have, and communicate gratitude.” All great ideas to model for our children. I found that when you work on building gratitude, life often throws in a few surprises. Our thankful tree gave me a deeper understanding of what was in my child’s heart, even though I spend literally all day with my children. Even as my oldest entered the dreaded teen years, it provided at least one way to stay tuned-in to what’s on his mind. I also found it to be an interesting challenge for myself and my husband, who should have been seasoned pros at this. It sparked more than one discussion
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about our need to be more thankful for what we have, rather than only eyeing the stack of bills or list of house projects, which seem to never dwindle. Each year as I tore down the tree at the end of the month, I would gather the leaves and stash them away in my children’s treasure boxes. These thoughts, wishes, and thank yous speak volumes about our family, at each stage that we go through together. What an amazing present we’ve been given in these bundles. And unlike our other possessions, these leaves will never break, run out of batteries, or go out of style. Woody Allen said that “the talent for being happy is appreciating and liking what you have, instead of what you don’t have.� Together our family is learning that it is important to appreciate all that we have – and all that we have is quite enough, thank you.
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Choosing “Forever Toys” for your Children this Holiday Season BY
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ith the holidays right around the corner, many parents are making their lists and checking them twice. With so many options to choose from, choosing gifts for children can be overwhelming. However, by considering your shopping decisions thoughtfully instead of just impulse buying can make the contents of those shiny packages not just something that will be forgotten in a few short weeks. As an early intervention therapist, I recommend what I like to call “forever toys,” toys that can be played with in a variety of ways over several years. Forever toys are not only a smart financial choice, but are often toys that support your child’s development, learning, and creativity. One of my favorite toys is a great set of blocks. A baby can enjoy learning cause of effect by dropping a block. A young toddler can build a skyscraper, while an older toddler can pretend each block is a car on the highway. Older children can use blocks to learn concepts like sorting, patterns, or simple math.
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Drs. Hirsh-Pasek & Golinkoff in their popular book, Einstein Never Used Flashcards, recommend having toys available that a child can manipulate in a variety of ways. For example, instead of purchasing a variety of toys that serve a specific purpose, choose one toy that the child can use creatively to serve their own purpose during imaginative play. In other words, choose a toy that doesn’t “do it all” for the child, but requires the addition of their imagination and manipulation. A toy calculator could serve as computer, cash register, and a phone. In a 2003 statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics, key points were stating when choosing toys. A few important include: I Play materials should match the developmental and individual needs of each child. I Be skeptical of toys that promise intellectual enhancement. I The most educational toys are one that fosters interaction with adult caregivers. I Chose toys that are safe, affordable, and challenge social, language, cognitive, and/or motor development. In addition, when choosing toys, ask, “will this toy encourage interaction with the other children?” Smart choices that meet these suggestions include some of the following: for language development dolls or action figures, puppets, books, animal sets and Little People, or music are desirable choices. Toys with smaller handles or switches like jackin-the box, wind up toys, toys that can be sorted with play tongs,
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balls, jump ropes, bicycles or mini trampolines with handles encourage motor movements. Bocks and puzzles challenge cognitive development in young minds, while art sets, clay, Wikki sticks, and musical instruments like harmonicas help children express themselves artistically. Children learn social skills through imaginative play with objects such as pretend foods, tea sets, and a trunk filled with dress up clothing, and doctor kits or tools. Finding “forever toys” that encourage development, support creativity, enhance social interaction, and can be used for longer periods of time may make your holiday searching a bit more of a challenge. Developmental toy stores or online shopping can be helpful resources. One Two Kangaroo is a developmental toy store located in downtown Shepherdstown (WV). Owner, Laura Turman, shares, “Because I am a mother to a child with special needs and to typically developing children, I look for toys with a developmental purpose when searching for inventory. I know these types of toys
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BY SARA JONES
Holiday Names Icelyn – Not actually a real name, but it fits with current styles and a winter theme. It just might work! It also might be a bit too precious for a winter name, so use with caution.
baby is special. So are the holidays during the cold, dark winter. It stands to reason that a baby’s arrival during winter celebrations is extra-special! While there are several different winter celebrations, they all promote many of the same ideals. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, honoring Hanukkah, observing Kwanzaa, or welcoming the Winter Solstice, everyone agrees that it’s a season of generosity, victory, and joy.
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Joy Luz – Spanish for “light,” appropriate for any of the winter celebrations. Mary, Maria, Mariah Natalie/Natalia – Latin for “birth,” this name traditionally refers to the birth of Jesus. It also can refer to the “rebirth” of the solar year after the solstice.
Many parents like the idea of giving their holiday child a holiday-specific name. Most parents also want names that fit in with current styles and will be taken seriously thirty years later. (Candy Caine and Christy Eve, I’m looking at you.)
Girls: Angel Caroline – Although technically the feminine form of “Charles,” this name can be an update of the holiday name “Carol.” Charity
Nova – This Latin word meaning “new” would suit a baby born around January 1. Victory – The holiday traditions are suffused with stories of victory over darkness and evil. Winter
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If that’s where you are in your babyname quest, have I got good news for you! There are some really grand holiday options out there. (And some not-so-grand ones. Glitter and Vixen, I’m looking at you.) Curl up with a pumpkin-spice latte and look through these cold-weather gems. Some might be way outside your naming style. On the other hand, you just might find the perfect fit for your ultimate holiday gift this year:
Noelle – French word for “Christmas”
December, January – April, May, and June need some cooler company, and their winter sisters are unusual but charming.
Christmas – All right, a bit of a stretch; but it is a likable name, especially if you use the British nickname Kit. Christopher – Meaning “Christ-bearer,” this is a fine Christmas name. The nickname Kit works here, too. Colden – Not an actual name, but so close to Cole, Holden, and Caden that he would fit right in. Collin/Col –Two-step nickname: Collin is a nickname for Col, which is a nickname for Nicholas. Colm/Colum – This Irish name means “dove,” the traditional symbol for peace. Emmanuel – A Christmas name meaning “God with us,” referring to the birth of Jesus.
Estelle, Stella, Starla – All meaning “star,” a traditional holiday symbol.
Finnian – Another Irish name, this one meaning “white,” which some of our winters here are.
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Gabrielle –The feminine form of Gabriel, the name of the angel who announced the coming of Jesus
Hollis – Not actually a holiday name; it’s an old surname. Still, it sounds like a holly jolly name that will grow up well.
Holly, Ivy – Cheerful evergreens in the dark of winter, and cheerful names for a holiday baby
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Judah – Judah Macabee led an army of Jews against the tyrant Antiochus
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Epiphanes, a victory celebrated during Hanukkah. Jul – an ancient Norse form of the word yule Lucius – This Latin name comes from lux, the Latin word for light. Melchior, Caspar, Balthazar – Maybe? Maybe not? The traditional names for the three Magi who brought gifts and honor to the Christ child are definitely bold choices. Macabee/Mac – Referring to Judah Macabee and his brothers, who led a rebellion against the oppressive Emperor Antiochus. Nicholas – Known now as St. Nicholas, or Santa Claus, this old saint was known for his generosity to the poor. Paxton – In Latin, “pax” means “peace,” an ideal celebrated by all the winter traditions. Snowden – This old surname fits in with today’s naming trends. It does risk being a little too cute for a winter name, and spoken aloud, it sounds like “snowed in.” Sol – What better way to celebrate the birth of a child and the rebirth of the solar year than to give him the actual name of the Sun? Victor – All our holiday traditions celebrate victory over death and evil. To research holiday name options on your own, check out behindthename.com, which allows you to search by name, meaning, or theme. This list is by no means exhaustive. By exploring the history, symbolism, and characteristics of the holidays – and of winter itself – you could spend your entire holidays just making baby name lists! Oh, and celebrating the joy of the season. (Christmas cookies, I’m looking at you.) Sara Roberts Jones had a Thanksgiving baby, but she didn’t name him Pilgrim, Mayflower, or Samoset. She lives in Stephens City, Virginia with her husband and four children. To contact Sara with your own name suggestions and stories, email her at penandgavel@juno.com.
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TechTalk BY KATHERINE COBB
Reinstate the no-tech family game night echnology has its place, but sometimes we need to step back from all the tweets, blog posts, Facebook “likes,” e-readers, computer games, phone apps and tablet Internet surfing and get back to good, old-fashioned human interaction. There’s nothing like a once-a-week game night to bring the family together for some laughter, fun and friendly competition. Of course, manufacturers now make many electronic games to replace the old favorites we’ve come to know and love over the past decades, but why spoil it by using those? Unearth Monopoly, Life or Sorry!. Set up hilarious word-related games such as Mad Gab or Scattergories or try your hand at Scrabble and see if you can get any words over five points. Dust off Clue and find out if Miss Scarlet killed Professor Plum in the Conservatory with a lead pipe. Only have two players? Try a strategic game such as Twixt, Goblet or the popular Jenga. My family regularly had a game night as I was growing up, with a deck of cards providing a versatile vehicle for many games, such as Gin Rummy, Michigan Rummy or Crazy 8s. My grandmother introduced me to that last one, along with Fan Tan, and it’s a treasured memory to think about her and 52 cards. I can also remember the day my father taught my brother and me (and most of the neighborhood kids) how to shuffle cards. We were all sprawled out on the living room floor with our own decks practicing away. It got pretty messy but I’ll bet every kid who was there still knows how to shuffle. Throughout high school, I continued playing games with my friends. One taught me how to play Backgammon and another and I played many rounds of Mastermind. In my post-high school days, my friends and I enjoyed Rummy 500 or Liar’s Dice. Then when I had my own family, we continued the tradition of game play — including many from my own youth such as Battleship, UNO and Chinese Checkers — but we also went outside to play Frisbee Golf, making up our own course in the neighborhood (using regular Frisbees), which is still going strong today with my youngest son and his pals. As my eldest sons cycled out of the house, we reinstated family game night so the youngest wouldn’t get lost in the shuffle, and to preserve one-on-one family interaction. When we meet up with relatives on the Cobb side of the family, there are big game doin’s — as well as stiff competition — but the large numbers allow us to play some games that don’t work for two or three. We currently have a ping-pong table set up in the garage. It’s recently been dusted off and pulled out of hiding. My husband and son have regular matches, and their laughter and taunting can be heard from two houses away. It’s music to my ears. So go ahead, put down the remote, get unplugged or put your myriad of devices to sleep, roust those roommates of yours and play some games. Have the kind of fun that will remind you of being a kid again — and give your own kids lifetime memories they’ll want to repeat.
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Heads Up Through December 15 Taneytown History Museum Exhibits, 24 E. Baltimore St., Taneytown, MD. Fri., 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 1-4 p.m. Visit the exhibits, “Got Milk” and “On the Way to Gettysburg.” Free admission. 410/756-4234. www.taneytownmuseum.org.
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Through December 28 Pre-School Open Gym, Chambersburg Recreation Department, 235 Third St., Chambersburg. Wed. & Fri., 9 a.m.-12 noon. Bring your child out to run around and play. Free play “open gym.” $2, person; $1, Borough residents. 717/261-3275. www.borough.chambersburg.pa.us/rec_dep.
Through December 31 Civil War Trains Exhibit, Discovery Station Museum, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m-4 p.m. 301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org.
November House, Bethany Christian Services, 1p.m.Open 121 N. Queen St., Martinsburg. 10 a.m.-12 and 1-4 p.m. Visit to learn about this new office’s services domestic and international adoptions. Banquet follows from 6-8 p.m. at Independent Bible Church, 2306 Hedgesville Rd., Martinsburg. 304/620-2695. www.bethany.org. Blandy Movie Night: The Botany of Desire, Blandy Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA. 7-8:30 p.m. PBS production of Michael Pollan’s treatment of apples, potatoes, and tulips. Free, donations accepted. 540/8371758, x224. Ben Williams and Sound Effect, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 7:30 p.m. Jazz, soul, pop and hip-hop. Special guest Gerald Clayton. Admission. 301/600-2828. Discovery Station Holiday Treasure Gift Shoppe opens, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. Scientific toys, rock jewelry, books, puzzles, dinosaurs, gift certificates and more. 301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org. Powhatan School Open House & Shadow Day, 49 Powhatan Lane, Boyce, VA. 8:30 a.m. Information session and faculty panel for parents with children interested in Kindergarten-7th grade. Campus tours at 10:45 a.m. Prospective students in grades 2-7 may “shadow” a Powhatan student from 8:15 a.m.3 p.m. R.S.V.P to Michael Hatfield, Director of Admission, 540/837-1009. www.PowhatanSchool.org. First Friday Fun, The Children’s Museum at Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 9:30-10:30 a.m. “Hermit Crab Houses.” Story, craft and program. Ages 2-6. Pre-registration suggested. $4. 301/600-1646. www.rosehillmuseum.com. Free First Friday, Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum, 54 S. Loudoun St., Winchester. 5-7:30 p.m. Explore the museum free of charge. 540/722-2020. www.discoverymuseum.net. First Friday Chambersburg, downtown Chambersburg, PA. 5-8 p.m. Artists, kids’ activities,
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in-store specials & samples, music, and more. 717/261-0072. www.chambersburgfirstfriday.com. Candlelight Ghost Tours Of Frederick, Tours begin in front of Brewer’s Alley Restaurant, 124 N. Market St., Frederick. 7:45 p.m. Tour highlights numerous epicenters of paranormal activity located in historic downtown Frederick. Private tours available by reservation. Fee. 240/6260963. US Army Band: Festival of Lessons & Carols, Armstrong Concert Hall, Shenandoah Conservatory, 702 University Dr., Winchester. 8 p.m. Free concert by “Pershing’s Own.” 800/432-2266. & 3 Haunted Hager House Tours, The Jonathan Hager House and Museum, 110 Key St., Hagerstown. 6 p.m. 4 tours per night. Ghost stories and paranormal activities. $5. 301/739-8577, x180. www.hagerhouse.org. A Night at the Brunswick Railroad Museum, Brunswick Railroad Museum, 40 W. Potomac St., Brunswick, MD. 7 p.m. Candlelight tour featuring storytellers in period dress telling ghost stories and legends of the area. Reservations required. $10, adults; $7, children & seniors. 301/834-7100. www.brrm.net. , 3, 4 & 9 “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off – The Musical,” The Academy Theater, 58 E. Washington St., Hagerstown. Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. Performance by Hagerstown Children’s Theater. $15, adults; $12, students & seniors. 1-800/969-2603. www.mytheaterarts.com & 13 Home School History Days, Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 1:30-3 p.m. “Thenceforth & Forever Free.” Experienced staff enrich your child’s studies with a multi-disciplinary, hands-on approach to history. Focus on Civil War Heritage. Pre-registration required. Ages 5-14. $5. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com. to January 4 28th Annual Miniature Art Exhibition, Chambersburg Council for the Arts, Capitol Theatre Center, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg, PA. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-2 p.m., and by appointment. Over 200 original works of art displayed. Oil, watercolor and acrylic paintings; drawings; hand-pulled prints and sculpture. Opening reception Nov. 2, 4-7 pm. 717/264-6883. John Harrison Moore Pancake Day, Hagerstown Elks Lodge #378, Robinwood Dr., Hagerstown. 6 a.m.-1 p.m. All the pancakes you can eat, link Hoffman’s Sausage, juice or milk and coffee. For tickets:
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Thomas Johnson Birthday Tea, Children’s 4 Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 1-4 p.m. Ann Grahame hosts “tea” to honor her father, Thomas Johnson’s 280th birthday. Old friend President Washington hopes to join the festivities. $3. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com. Brunswick’s 80th Veteran’s Day Parade, 1 W. Potomac St., Brunswick, MD. 2 p.m. Opening ceremony at 1 p.m. Military units, marching bands, community and youth organizations, and fire and rescue vehicles. Free. 240/508-3049. www.brunswickmd.gov. Maryland Concert Opera, Grace United Church of Christ, 25 E. 2nd St., Hagerstown. 3 p.m. Highlights from Mozart’s “The Marriage of Figaro.” Admission. 301/694-6041. www.marylandconcertopera.com. & December 2 Carillon concert, Baker Park, Carillon Tower, Frederick. 12 noon. Free. 301/600-2888 or 800/999-3613. www.fredericktourism.org. No School Nature Programs, Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 10-11:30 a.m. Learn animal facts, play games, make crafts, and do other fun activities. Ages 6-12. $10. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com. 1 Day Sports Camp, Jefferson Co. Community Center, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Introduction to a variety of sports such as basketball, football, soccer, volleyball and more. Ages 6-12. $45. 304/728-3207. www.jcprc.org. , 13, 20 & 27 4-Week Zoolates, Glowing Oasis Pilates, Winchester Country
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Club, Winchester. 2 p.m. 4-week course for ages 4-6. Get fit by learning Pilates principles in a fun and creative way. Membership is not required. $60. 302/559-0282. www.glowingoasispilates.com. “Mommy & Me & an Owl Makes Three,” Cunningham Falls State Park, Manor Area, Rt. 15 South, Thurmont, MD. 10 a.m. 30- to 45-minute program filled with nature-themed stories, songs, puppets, crafts and more. $2 per child, donations welcome. 301/271-7574. www.dnr.state.md.us/ publiclands/western/cunningham.asp. Ear Candy, Armstrong Concert Hall, Shenandoah Conservatory, 702 University Dr., Winchester. 7 p.m. Free performance. 800/432-2266. & 10 “A Separation,” Handley Regional Library, 100 W. Piccadilly St., Winchester. Wed., 7 p.m.; Sat., 2 p.m. Winner of the 2012 Oscar for best foreign language film presented by Magic Lantern Theater. Free, donation appreciated. www.magiclanterntheater.org. & 14 Mommy & Me Theatre & Art Classes, Wood Center, Capitol Theatre Center, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg. 10-11 a.m. “Creative Drama with Your Mama: The Gingerbread Man” (11/7) and Thankful Hands Make Beautiful Art! (11/14). Open to children age 18 months to pre-Kindergarten. $5 per class, accompanying adult free. 717/2630202. www.thecapitoltheatre.org. , 21, December 5 & 19 “hiStory Hour,” Museum of Frederick County History, David A. Reed Memorial Activities Room, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. 10 a.m. Book with historical theme, historical games and craft. Ages 3-5. Registration recom-
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mended. Free. 301/663-1188, x105. www.hsfcinfo.org. The Trinity School of Frederick Open House, 6040 New Design Rd., Frederick. 9:30-11 a.m. Prospective parents have the opportunity to talk with Trinity parents about their experience, see students and teachers interacting in the classrooms, and ask questions of the Head of School. Private tours available throughout the year. 301/2282333. www.trinityschooloffrederick.org. Super Scientific Circus, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 10 a.m. Admission. 301/600-2828. www.weinbergcenter.org. Holiday Card Workshop, Opus Oaks, Studio East, 109 First St., Berryville, VA. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn block printing techniques to create your own greeting cards or original prints. Ages 12 & up. $50, plus $10 materials fee. 540/955-5140. www.clarkecounty.gov/parks. www.opusoaks.org. Carolina Chocolate Drops, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 7:30 p.m. African-American stringband music. $18-$25. 301/600-2828. www.weinbergcenter.org. CVSM Community Strings Orchestra Concert, Thomson Alumnae Chapel, Wilson College, Chambersburg. 8 p.m. Concert featuring Mozart, Handel, Haydn, Bach and others. Free, donations accepted. 717/261-1220. www.cvsmusic.org. & 20 “More Than Meets the Eye,” William M. Brish Planetarium, central offices of Washington County Schools, 823 Commonwealth Ave., Hagerstown. 7 p.m. View the night sky as seen through our eyes, binoculars and telescopes. $3, adults; $2, children and students; $10, family max. 301/766-2898. www.wcps.k12.md.us/depts_progr ams/ planetarium. , 10 & 11 All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten, Apollo Civic Theatre, 128 E. Martin St., Martinsburg. Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2:30 p.m. Based on Robert Fulghum’s bestselling book, with lyrics and music
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to December 29 9 Cowboy Christmas Dinner & Show, Antietam Recreation, 9745 Garis Shop Rd., Hagerstown. Enjoy a cowboy dinner with pre-dinner activities and a wild west Christmas show featuring champion roper Andy Rotz. $16$36. Call 301/797-7999 or visit www.antietamrecreation.com for dates/times. Fall 5K Run/Walk, Mount St. Mary’s University, Waldron Stadium, Emmitsburg, MD. 7:45 a.m. registration. Free gift of an insultated Polar Bear water bottle and sports bag for 5K runners who register before Nov. 5. 5K fee: $25, adults ages 18 & over; $10, children under age 18. 1 mile fee: $15, adults; $10, under age 18. Kids Dash: $5 per child. Email bridgemccarthy@hotmail.com. Register online at www.active.com or print off registration form at www.mothersetonschool.org. Dickens Fair, Otterbein United Methodist Church, 108 E. Franklin St., Hagerstown. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Dickens Village Christmas Fair. Hand-made items for sale. Proceeds go to community programs and services. 301/739-9386. Bakery Festival, Marker-Miller Orchards, 3035 Cedar Creek Grade, Winchester. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free sampling of delicious baked goods. Market taking orders for Thanksgiving and Christmas. 540/662-1391. Dash for Drew 2 mile race/fun run/walk, Greencastle Antrim High School, 300 S. Ridge Ave., Greencastle, PA. 9:30 a.m. race, 10 a.m. fun run/walk. Benefits the Drew Michael Taylor Foundation of Shippensburg. www.dashfordrew.org. Fabulous Fashions, The Children’s Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 9:3010:30 a.m. Learn about fashion from the Colonial Era through the 19th century. $10. Ages 6-12. 301/6001650. www.rosehillmuseum.com. Here Comes Santa! Valley Mall, Center Court, 17301 Valley Mall Rd., Hagerstown. 9:45 a.m. Santa arrives at his holiday home. 301/582-0700. “Weird Science,” Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Jamie Kenton, 4H Extension Educator. Various stations for lava lamps, potato poppers, and more. Registration required. Grades 412, limit 25. Bring your lunch. 301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org.
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2nd Annual Holiday Vendor Show, Ramada Plaza Hotel, 1718 Underpass Way, Hagerstown, MD. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Vendors and talented, local artisans with their original designs in handbags, lotions & oils, jewelry, home décor, raffle and silent auction, and more. Fundraiser for Providing Relief for Autistic Youth, Inc. (P.R.A.Y.) 631/830-1048. www.prayinwesternmd.org. Second Saturday Movie Matinee, Brunswick Branch Library, Brunswick Community Room, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick, MD. 10:30 a.m. Enjoy the family movie, “Madagascar 3.” For all ages. 301/600-7250. Youth Workshop: Handwriting Through History, Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Hands-on workshop led by professional calligrapher and handwriting advocate Lance Pearce. Participants create a special card to be displayed during the holidays. Ages 8-12. Registration required by Nov. 2. $8, MSV members; $10, nonmembers. Materials provided. 540/662-1473, x219. David B. Stinson book signing, Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Book signing by David B. Stinson, author of “Deadball,” a metaphysical baseball novel. Enjoy the new “Take Me Out to the Ballgame….more than a game” exhibit. 301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org. Museum Open House for Junior Girl Scouts, Museum of Frederick County History, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. 1-4 p.m. Explore the lives of Frederick County women before the Civil War by “Playing the Past.” Email kbutler@frederickhistory.org. 301/663-1188, x105. www.hsfcinfo.org. Freedom Valley Chorus Concert, St. Paul United Methodist Church, 750 Norland Ave., Chambersburg. 2-4 p.m. Free concert. Donations accepted. 717/264-3914. Astronomy For Everyone, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 4:307:30 p.m. Meet behind historic Mount Bleak House. Take a night sky tour and look at deep space objects through large telescopes. $5 per car. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. Montessori Academy of Chambersburg 14th Annual Silent Auction and Dinner, Waynesboro Country Club, 11000 Country Club Rd., Waynesboro, PA. 610 p.m. Black tie optional event includes cocktail hour, silent and live
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& December 8 10 Second Saturday Kids’ Craft, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 1-3 p.m. Meet near the Visitor Center. Monthly crafting workshop for kids ages 4-12. Each month features a different history- or natured-themed craft project. Advance registration recommended. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. Veterans Day 5K Walk-athon, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Take a hike to help support the Wounded Warriors Project. Walk-a-thon, live music, and special guest speaker. Pick up a pledge sheet or visit www.friendsofskymeadows.org. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. 8th Annual Echo Taps, Market and 2nd Street, Frederick. 1:30 p.m. Brass musicians line Market and 2nd Street. Each musician plays Taps twice in turn, passing the call from Mt. Olivet Cemetery at 1:30 pm to Memorial Park at 1:59 pm. Last bugler plays Taps to begin ceremony at Memorial Park. Free. 301/6940829. Andrea Wulf, Blandy Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA. 1:30-3 p.m. Award-winning writer and historian. Illustrated talk about our founding fathers lives and how their relationship with gardening and agrarianism helped shape early America. Book signing and tea reception to follow. $25/members, $30/nonmembers, $55/members plus copy of book, $60/nonmembers plus copy of book. 540/8371758, x224. Powhatan School Admissions Weekend Open House, 49 Powhatan Lane, Boyce, VA. 1:30-3 p.m. Parents with children interested in Kindergarten-7th grade may learn more about the educational opportunities that Powhatan provides to families. Campus tour. 540/837-1009. www.PowhatanSchool.org. Lyle Lovett and His Acoustic Group, The Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 7 p.m. Admission. 301/600-2828. www.weinbergcenter.org.
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Email FrederickPSFCommittee@hotmail.com Brass Ensemble, Armstrong Concert Hall, Shenandoah Conservatory, 702 University Dr., Winchester. 7 p.m. Free performance. 800/432-2266. & 15 The Country Gospel & Christmas Show, The Pennsylvania Opry, Star Theatre, 23 W. Seminary St., Mercersburg, PA. 2 p.m. Branson-Style variety show featuring live country music, gospel, patriotic and comedy. Admission. 717/3285959. www.paopry.com. to December 23 “A Boogie Woogie Christmas,” Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse, 1559 Boiling Springs Rd., Boiling Springs, PA. Travel back in time to the 1940s and a swinging holiday season. See website for times. Admission. 717/258-3211. www.allenberry.com. Kinder Konzert, Hagerstown (MD) Community College, Kepler Theater, Robinwood Dr. 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., & 12 noon. MSO Brass Quintet. Free concert for preschoolers. 301/797-4000. www.marylandsymphony.org. Little Turkey Treats, Jim Barnett Park, Recreation Center, Social Hall, 1001 Cork St., Winchester. 6:30 p.m. Ages 2 & up. Fun activities and treats to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. $5, before Nov. 8; $8, after Nov. 8. 540/662-4946. www.winchesterva.gov/parks. Flute Choir, Jack B. Kussmaul Theater, Frederick Community College, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick. 7:30 p.m. FCC’s Flute Choir and soloists welcome the holiday season. 301/846-2608. Jazz Combos, Armstrong Concert Hall, Shenandoah Conservatory, 702 University Dr., Winchester. 8 p.m. Free concert. 800/432-2266. Imaginocean, The Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 10 a.m. & 12:15 p.m. One-of-a-kind black-light puppet show. Admission. 301/600-2828. www.weinbergcenter.org. Home School Days, Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 12:30 p.m. Experienced naturalists enrich your child’s study. “STEM Day.” Ages 5-12. $5, child; $5, adult. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com. Annual Yuletide Tree Lighting, downtown Waynesboro, PA. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Join us on the square in
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downtown Waynesboro for family music, sleigh rides, treats, historic trolley, entertainment, and more. 717/762-0397. www.mainstreetwaynesboro.org. Homemade Candy Workshop, Jefferson Co. Community Center, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 6-8 p.m. Learn the basics of home candymaking and take home a box of delicious treats for your family or friends. Ages 13 & up. $15. 304/7283207. www.jcprc.org. Greencastle Tree Lighting, On the Square, Greencastle, PA. 7 pm. 717/597-4610. Leann Rimes In Concert, Patsy Cline Theater at Handley High School, 425 Handley Blvd., Winchester. 8 p.m. 4th Annual Patsy Cline Classic. Opening for LeAnn Rimes will be local talent, Britani Myers with Terry Oates. Money raised goes to Winchester Education Foundation. $39.50$79.50. Tickets sold exclusively on www.ticketfly.com. & 17 An Old-Fashioned Christmas Gathering, Ole Crow Primitives, 2305 Black Gap Rd., Fayetteville, PA and 1293C Warm Spring Rd., Chambersburg, PA. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Primitives, folk art, antiques, door prizes, and light snacks served. 717/860-8487. , 17 & 18 Maryland Christmas Show, Frederick Fairgrounds, 797 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Maryland’s premier Christmas event. $7, adults; $4, children 10 & under; $2, parking. 301/845-0003. www.marylandchristmasshow.com. All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten, Apollo Civic Theatre, 128 E. Martin St., Martinsburg. Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2:30 p.m. Based on Robert Fulghum’s best-selling book, with lyrics and music by David Caldwell. $7-$15. 304/2636766. www.apollo-theatre.org.
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& December 21 16 Mommy & Me, Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 9:30-10:30 a.m. “Oh Nuts!” (11/16) and “Land of Ice & Snow” (12/21). Themed preschool classes. Pre-registration recommended. Ages 24. $8, adult & child pair. 301/6001650. www.rosehillmuseum.com. to February 24 Trains Of Christmas, Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum, 300 S. Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown. Fri.-Sun.; Dec. 26 & 27, 1-5 p.m; closed Dec 24, 25 & Jan. 1. The visions, sounds and snows of Christmas past and present on an “O” Gauge Railroad featuring
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trains of Lionel, MTH, Williams, Weaver and others. $5, adults; $.50, children ages 4-12; free, ages 3 & under. 301/733-3638. www.roundhouse.org. Craft Fair & Family Expo, Quality Hotel, 4328 William L. Wilson FWY, Rt. 340, Harpers Ferry, WV. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Holiday gifts, face painting, free pony rides, mascots, kids’ crafts, kids shopping table, fire engine, food, crabs, ice cream, demonstrations, massage, balloons, prizes, samples and more. www.amomscatalog.com. “Science Saturday,” Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 11 a.m. Pat Beard and Mary Licht present “Come Fly with Me.” For grades 3, 4 & 5. Reservations suggested for maximum of 12. 301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org. Fall Festival, Emmitsburg Branch Library, 300-A South Seton Ave., Emmitsburg, MD. 11 a.m.-12 noon. Join other families for fun, crafts and autumn activities. 301/600-6329. Holiday Parade, Waynesboro, PA. 2 p.m. www.waynesboro.org. Greencastle Christmas Parade, Greencastle, PA. 717/597-0709. Table Manners with Certified Etiquette Instructor, Centerville Rec Center, MD. 4-6 p.m. Learn everyday dining skills along with manners needed in restaurants. Ages 8-14. $35. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com. 43rd Annual Christmas Parade, Downtown Chambersburg. 6:30 p.m. Bands, marching units and more. Santa rides in on a train to light the giant tree on the square at the end of the parade. 717/261-0072. Way of the Warrior, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. 7 p.m. Aikawa Martial Arts & 101.5 Bob Rocks. Martial arts, live music, hip-hop dancing and more. Admission. 301/790-3500, x100. www.aikawamartialarts.com. www.mdtheatre.org. Step Afrika! J.B. Kussmaul Theatre, Frederick Community College, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick. 8 p.m. Discover the world of stepping with DC’s world-renowned Step Afrika! $25, adults; $15, students. 301/846-2513. www.frederick.edu/our_campus/jbk.as px. Percussion Ensemble, Armstrong Concert Hall, Shenandoah Conservatory, 702 University Dr., Winchester. 8 p.m. Free performance. 800/4322266. An Evening with Tom Rush, The Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 8 p.m.
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Admission. 301/600-2828. www.weinbergcenter.org. & 18 Kris Kringle Holiday Craft Show, Hagerstown Community College ARCC Arena, 11400 Robinwood Dr., Hagerstown. Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Craft show with over 260 quality juried handcrafters selling primitive and country crafts, jewelry, baskets, rugs, florals, pottery, and more. $1 admission with all proceeds going to Easter Seal Adult Day Services of Hagerstown. Non-perishable food donation will benefit Parent Child Center. www.kriskringlecraftshow.com. Winterfest, Schifferstadt Museum, 1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick. Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 12 noon-5 p.m. Quality fine art and hand-made crafts. 301/668-6088. www.frederickcountylandmarksfoundat ion.org. Messiah, Hood College, Coffman Chapel, 401 Rosemont Ave., Frederick. Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sun., 3 p.m. Annual performance with Hood College Choir and the US Naval Academy Glee Club, along with a professional orchestra and soloist. $20/adults, $15/students and seniors age 62 and older. 301/696-3875. www.hood.edu. to December 30 The Nutty Nutcracker, Wonderment Puppet Theater, 412 W. King St., Martinsburg. Sat. and Sun., 12 noon and 2 p.m. $4.50; free admission for children younger than age 2. 304/258-4074. www.wondermentpuppets.com. Recorder Consort, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. 2:30 p.m. French-Style Sacred Music. 301/7395727. www.wcmfa.org. Shippensburg University Community Orchestra, H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, 1871 Old Main Dr., Shippensburg, PA. 3 p.m. Fall concert. Free admission, no ticket required. 717/477-7469. Chamber Music, Goodson Chapel/Recital Hall, Shenandoah Conservatory, 1460 University Dr., Winchester, VA. 3 p.m. Free performance. 800/432-2266. November 19 Tree Lighting & Holly Fest, Hagerstown. 5-6:30 p.m., Hagerstown City Center; 7 p.m., The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. School bands and singing groups before Santa’s arrival and tree lighting. Holly Fest free concert at theatre. 301/790-3500, x100. www.mdtheatre.org.
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Guitar Ensemble, Goodson Chapel/Recital Hall, Shenandoah Conservatory, 1460 University Dr., Winchester. 7 p.m. Free performance. 800/432-2266. Domestic Adoption and Safe Families for Children Information Sessions, Bethany Christian Services, 121 N. Queen St., Martinsburg. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Please call to register, 304/6202695. www.bethany.org.
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15th Annual Thanksgiving Day 5K, Sherando Park, 200 Lakeview Circle, Stephens City, VA. 7-8 a.m., check in; 8:45 a.m., race. Benefits Big Brothers/Big Sisters. $15, early bird fee thru 11/8; $20 after 11/9. 540/665-5678. Hagerstown Community College Turkey Trot 5K, Hagerstown (MD) Community College ARCC Arena,
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11400 Robinwood Dr. 7:45 a.m., registration; 8:30 a.m. mashed potato kids races; 9 a.m., 5K race. 5K, kids races, and food drive. Donate canned food items for prize chances. www.washco-md.net. www.hagerstowncc.edu. to 25 Joyful Arts Studio Christmas Open House, 55 W. Baltimore St., Greencastle, PA. 2-8 p.m., Thanksgiving day; 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Black Friday; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Small Business Sat; 12 noon-4 p.m. Sun. Unique gifts, artisan jewelry, cards, paintings, prints, door prizes, refreshments, ornaments, decorations and more. 717/658-2177. www.joyfulartstudio.com. Frosty Friday, Downtown Frederick. 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Support local businesses. Breakfast with Frosty and the Grinch, free parking, carolers, carriage rides, and more. Santa arrives 7 p.m. 301/6988118. www.downtownfrederick.org. Funcraft Friday, C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 10 a.m. All ages (with adult) can make a fun, exciting, make-and-take craft. 301/600-3780. www.fcpl.org. Charles Town’s Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, Jefferson County Courthouse Lawn, Charles Town, WV. 7 p.m. Local chorus sings Christmas hymns and Santa reads “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” www.charlestownwv.us. Sandi Patty & Jason Crabb, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St.,
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to December 2 23 Frederick Festival of the Greens and Stockings, Cultural Arts Center, 15 N. Market St., Frederick. A celebration of the arts and the holidays. Over 120 decorated and themed wreaths and trees, holiday activities, entertainment and more. 301/662-4190.
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to January 6 23 Walking in a Winter Wonderland, Clearbrook Park, Rt. 11 N., 112 Clearbrook Dr., Clear Brook, VA. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Frederick County Parks & Recreation’s annual light show. Take a magical stroll thru a winter wonderland and then warm up in the cabin. Hot chocolate, cookies and a visit with Santa. Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve and New Years Day. $4, ages 12 & up; $3, ages 2-11; free, ages 1 and under. 540/665-5600. Pancakes with Santa, Waynesboro Fire Department, S. Potomac St., Waynesboro, PA. 7-11 a.m. www.waynesboro.org. Fall Model Train Sale, Washington County Agricultural Center, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sales event benefits the operation of the Historic Antietam Station in Sharpsburg, MD. $4, adults; free, children ages 12 & under. 301/800-9829. www.antietamstation.com. Guided Civil War Walking Tour of Old Town Winchester, 2 N.
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Heads Up November continued from page 27 Cameron St., Winchester. 10:30 a.m. Experience the Civil War as a civilian in Old Town Winchester. $5. Call to make your reservation. 540/542-1326. Tuba Christmas, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 12 noon. Unique concert of 4-part holiday music performed by over 75 local and regional tuba, baritone and euphonium players. Free with canned food donation for Frederick Community Action Agency. 301/602-5041. www.weinbergcenter.org. “Turkey Magic,” Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 2 p.m. Dean Burkett, “Mr. Magic.” 301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org. Christmas Tree Lighting, Joseph Hancock Jr. Park, Hancock, MD. 6 p.m. Tree lighting and visit with Santa. www.hancockmd.com/ TownCalendar.htm. Ranson’s 8th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, Lancaster Circle, Ranson, WV. 6-8 p.m. Santa & Mrs. Claus, horse drawn wagon rides, special music and more. www.ransonwv.us. & 25 Victorian Christmas, Brunswick Railroad Museum, 40 W. Potomac St., Brunswick, MD. Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 1-4 p.m. Victorian Christmas decorations, music and crafts. $7, adults; $4, children. 301/834-7100. www.brrm.net. Walkersville Railroad Santa Train, Walkersville Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville, MD. 11 a.m., 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. Ride the train with Santa. Hot chocolate and cookies following ride. Reservations required. $15, adults; $14, seniors; $12, ages 1-12. 301/898-0899. www.wsrr.org.
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to January 6 24 “Commedia Puss in Boots,” The Fun Company at The Maryland Ensemble Theater, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 2 p.m. Every Sat. and Nov. 25, Dec. 9, Dec. 20 & Jan. 6. $13.50. 301/694-4744. Cocoa with Santa, Museum of Frederick County History, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. 1-4 p.m. Families invited to meet jolly ol’ Saint Nick. Light refreshments and photo opportunities provided. 301/6631188, x105. www.hsfcinfo.org. Sweet Honey in the Rock, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 2 p.m. Internationally renowned a cappella ensemble. Admission. 301/602-5041. www.weinbergcenter.org. Concert with David Kincaid, The Irish Volunteer, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. 2:30 p.m. Ticketed event. $5. Free for members and children 12 & under. 301/739-5727. www.wcmfa.org.
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& December 30 25 Autism Fun Night, Monkey Joe’s, 1113 Maryland Ave., Hagerstown. 6:15-8 p.m. Open to individuals with autism spectrum disorders and their siblings, ages 12 and younger. Proceeds benefit P.R.A.Y., Providing Relief for Autistic Youth, Inc. $8. Email info@prayinwesternmd.org. RSVP to 240/310-9112. Adoption Awareness Event, Bethany Christian Services, 121 N. Queen St., Martinsburg. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Please call to register, 304/620-2695. www.bethany.org. Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony, Loudoun Street Mall, 1 N. Loudoun St., Winchester. 7 p.m. Bands, floats and Santa. Free. 540/662-4946. Concert Band Performance, Armstrong Concert Hall, Shenandoah University, 702 University Dr., Winchester. 7 p.m. Free. 800/4322266. Joyful Arts Studio Craft, 55 W. Baltimore St., Greencastle, PA. 6-9 p.m. Make a snowman with candle on a glass ornament. All skill levels will complete one ornament with acrylic paint using floated color techniques. $20. 717/658-2177. & 29 The Country Gospel & Christmas Show, The Pennsylvania Opry, Star Theatre, 23 W. Seminary St., Mercersburg, PA. 2 p.m. Branson-Style variety show featuring live country music, gospel, patriotic and comedy. Admission. 717/328-
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, December 5, 12 & 28 19 Manners and More with Certified Etiquette Instructor, Walkersville Rec Center, MD. 4:155:30 p.m. 4-wk interactive class makes learning etiquette skills fun. Ages 7-12. $69. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com. Wild West Matinee Variety Show, Antietam Recreation, 9745 Garis Shop Rd., Hagerstown. 11:45 a.m., activities; 12:15 p.m., lunch & music; 1-2:45 p.m., show. Show features world champion cowboy Andy Rotz, joined by singers and dancers in a high-energy variety show. $21-$30. 301/797-7999. www.antietamrecreation.com. Scents and Sweets Competition, Cultural Arts Center, 15 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Gingerbread structures and floral arrangements. Free. 301/662-4190. An Evening with Ed - Christmas Past at Renfrew, Renfrew Institute for Cultural and Environmental Studies, 1010 E. Main St., Waynesboro, PA. 7 p.m. Ed Miller reminisces about Christmas celebrations at the Renfrew Museum house before it was a museum, when it belonged to the Nicodemus family. 717/762-0373. www.renfrewinstitute.org. Academy of St Cecilia Youth Orchestra, The Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 7 p.m. Admission. 301/600-2828. www.weinbergcenter.org. Snowflake Pageant, Old Shenandoah Hotel, 100 W. Martin St., Martinsburg. 7 p.m. 304/264-8801. November 30 Smithsburg Tree Lighting, Smithsburg (MD) Veterans Park. 6:30 p.m. 301/992-1591. Concert: Winter Nocturne, Jack B. Kussmaul Theater, Frederick Community College, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick. 55-player wind ensemble. 301/846-2513. 3rd Annual Rural Heritage Village By Candlelight, Rural Heritage Museum, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. 6-9 p.m. Guided tour on foot by candlelight visiting each of our village buildings. Singing, storytelling, and period holiday activities. $5, person; $10, family. 240/420-1714. www.ruralheritagemuseum.org. Christmas Parade and Lighting of Byron Park, Williamsport, MD. 7 p.m. Annual parade starts at Water Tower and goes to Town Center, ending up in Byron Memorial Park. 301/223-7711. www.williamsportmd.gov.
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Christmas Tree Lighting, Town Square, Downtown Martinsburg. 7 p.m. 304/262-4200. www.MainStreetMartinsburg.com. Festival of Lights, City Hall Courtyard, 101 N. Court St., Frederick. 7 p.m. Holiday greetings, carols, and candle lighting ceremony. 301/6002841. Hagerstown City Park Tree Lighting, Hagerstown (MD) City Park. 7-9 p.m. Christmas tree and decorations are illuminated at the lake. Enjoy refreshments, music and activities at the Hager House, Museum of Fine Arts and the Mansion House Art Gallery. 301/739-8577, x116. www.hagerstownmd.org. Jazz For The Holidays, Armstrong Concert Hall, Shenandoah Conservatory, 702 University Dr., Winchester. 8 p.m. Shenandoah Conservatory’s premiere jazz ensemble performs big band standards and contemporary works by today’s jazz giants. 800/4322266. The Sicilian Tenors, The Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 8 p.m. Aaron Caruso, Ello Scaccio and Frederick’s own Sam Vitale blend opera with fun. 301/6002828. www.weinbergcenter.org.
& December 1 30 Santa’s Headquarters, Godfrey Miller Center, Loudoun Street Mall, 28 S. Loudoun St., Winchester. Fri., 5-7 p.m; Sat., 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Santa Claus visits with the children. Parents may take their own photos and videos. 540/662-4946. www.winchesterva.gov/parks. Candlelight Tours & Open House, Stonewall Jackson’s Headquarters Museum, 415 N. Braddock St., Winchester; Abram’s Delight Museum, 1340 S. Pleasant Valley Rd., Winchester; and George Washington’s Office Museum, 32 W. Cork & Braddock St., Winchester. 7-9 p.m., Fri.; 3-7 p.m., Sat. Living history interpreters throughout the holiday decorated house and museums. 540/662-6550. www.winchesterhistory.org.
, December 1 & 2 30 Kids Closet Connection Sale, Clarke County Fairgrounds, Ruritan Building, 980 W. Main St., Berryville, VA. Fri., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun. (half-price day), 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Public sale. Clarkecounty.va@kidscloset.biz. Old Tyme Christmas in Harpers Ferry, Harpers Ferry, WV. Musical performances, puppet shows, storytelling, visits with Santa, caroling, arts and crafts, and more. www.historicharpersferry.com.
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, December 7 & 14 30 Heritage Christmas, Downtown Greencastle, PA. Holiday music, food, entertainment, extended shopping and more. 717/597-4610.
December in Thurmont, Main St., 1townChristmas Thurmont, MD. Traditional small Christmas celebration. Games, refreshments, photos with Santa, prizes, story time, shopping and more. 301/271-7313. www.thurmont.com. Ornament Workshop, Opus Oaks, Studio East, 109 First St., Berryville, VA. 9 a.m.-12 noon. Learn how to created stained glass holiday ornaments. Ages 13 & up. $35, plus $15 materials fee. 540/955-5140. www.clarkecounty.gov/parks. www.opusoaks.org. Santa’s Workshop & Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen, Chambersburg Recreation Department, 235 Third St., Chambersburg. 9 a.m.-12 noon. Children in grades 1-5 are invited to create a variety of tree ornaments, festive decorations, or hand-made presents, cookies, candy and other holiday treats. $29, person; $19, Borough residents.717/261-3275. www.borough.chambersburg.pa.us/rec _dep. Christmas Parade, Shepherdstown, WV. 10 a.m. www.shepherdstownvisitorscenter.com Annual Holly Jolly Seasonal Celebration, Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Rd., Thurmont, MD. 10 a.m. Music, holiday themed crafts, movie, Santa, and more. For children of all ages accompanied by an adult. 301/600-7214. Candy Making, Clark County Parks & Recreation, 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 10-11 a.m. Learn the basics of candy making. Supplies included. Ages 7 & up. $18. 540/9555140. www.clarkecounty.gov/parks. Holiday Magic, Children’s Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Magic shows, hands-on crafts and a visit with Santa in the carriage museum. $5, child; $3, adult. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com. “Mele Kalikimaka,” Bowman Library, 871 Tasker Rd., Stephens City, VA. 11 a.m. Hawaiian themed holiday party. Free. www.handleyregional.org. 540/869-9000, x215. “Skippyjon Jones,” Luhrs Center, Shippensburg University, 1871 Old Main Dr., Shippensburg, PA. 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Musical based on the book by Judy Schachner. 717/477-7469. www.theatreworksusa.org. Gingerbread Houses, Clark County Parks & Recreation, 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 11-12 a.m. Create and take home your own masterpiece for the holidays. Supplies included. Ages 5 & up. $21. 540/955-5140. www.clarkecounty.gov/parks.
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Local Color Artist Market, Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. See handmade works of art by local artists. Free admission. www.delaplaine.org. Smithsburg Home Town Christmas, Smithsburg (MD) Town Square and surrounding areas. 12 noon parade from high school tennis courts to Veterans Park. 4:30-7 p.m. children’s party at Fire Hall. www.townofsmithsburg.org. Snowflake Market at Town Square, Town Square, Martinsburg. 12 noon-5 p.m. Crafts, treats, music, carolers, shops, and Santa. 304/262-4200. www.MainStreetMartinsburg.com. Deck the Halls at Sky Meadows, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 1-3 p.m. Holiday workshop. Make your own festive holiday wreath using fresh-cut greenery and other natural elements. $15 for one adult or one adult/child team. Register by Nov. 16. 540/5923556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. Super Secret Elf Workshop, Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, Frederick. 1-4 p.m. Kids create crafts to give as gifts. $10. www.delaplaine.org. Holiday Open House, Rural Heritage Museum, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. 1-4 p.m. Visit Santa in an authentic sleigh. Special holiday decorations, punch & cookies, picture taking opportunities, children’s workshop and craft area with the Master Gardeners. 240/420-1714. www.ruralheritagemuseum.org. Civil War Historian, Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 2 p.m. Timothy R. Snyder, author of “Trembling in the Balance: The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal.” Book signings for gifts. 301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org. Charles Town – Ranson Christmas Parade, Charles Town. 2 p.m. Floats, marching units and more. 304/7243862. www.ransonwv.us. www.charlestownwv.us. The Gift of The Magi & Nutcracker Suite, The Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg. 2 & 7 p.m. Presented by Chambersburg Ballet Theatre. Admission. 717/263-0202. www.thecapitoltheatre.org. www.innernet.net/cbts. Old Town Christmas Parade, Martinsburg. 5:45 p.m. 304/262-4200. www.MainStreetMartinsburg.com. Antietam National Battlefield Memorial Illumination, Antietam National Battlefield, 5831 Dunker Church Rd., Sharpsburg, MD. 6 p.m. Driving tour begins on Route 34 east of Sharpsburg. Volunteers have placed over 23,000 candles on the battlefield, each representing a casualty from the Battle of Antietam. 301/432-5124. www.nps.gov/anti. Holiday Concert by Dixie Rhythm, Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Dixieland jazz. Tickets available at 4 p.m. at Visitor Information Desk. $5. Free to MSV
members and children 12 & under. 540/662-1473, x235 or 888/5565799. & 2 Joyful Jingles Holiday Open House, Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung St., Frederick. 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. A variety of local and student musicians will perform Christmas music throughout the day. 301/600-7004. “Capt. Flagg’s US Quartermaster City: Prospects of Peace,” Harpers Ferry National Park, Harpers Ferry, WV. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Learn the magnitude and scope of Harper’s Ferry’s role as Captian Flagg’s 1864 US Quartermaster city that supplied General Philip Sheridan’s army in the Shenandoah Valley. www.nps.gov/hafe. Candlelight House Tour, Downtown Frederick. Sat., 5-9 p.m.; Sun., 12 noon-4 p.m. Self-guiding walking tour takes visitors inside private homes elaborately decorated. $20, in advance; $25, day of tour. 301/6002841. , 2, 4, 8 & 9 Charlie Brown Christmas, Springfield Farm Barn, Williamsport, MD. 5-8 p.m; Dec. 4, 12 noon-5 p.m. Decorated trees, Santa, music and more. 301/223-7711 or 301/223-7229. & 8 Breakfast with Santa, The Academy Theater, 58 E. Washington St., Hagerstown. 10:30 a.m.-12 noon. Delicious breakfast buffet with Santa, Frosty and Rudolph. Enjoy holiday activities and visit with Santa. $10, adult; $5, child. Children under age 2 are free, but must have a ticket. All children must attend with one parent or responsible adult who must also purchase a ticket. www.mytheaterarts.com. Parent’s Night Out, Clarke Co. Parks & Rec., 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 5:30-9 p.m. for ages 3-12. Children enjoy fun, popcorn and games while parents have a night out. Emergency forms must be completed prior to enrollment. $15, child; $10 per child when 2 or more children from same family attend. 540/955-5140. www.clarkecounty.gov/parks. , 2, 8, 9 & 15 Walkersville Railroad Santa Train, Walkersville Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville, MD. 11 a.m., 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. Ride the train with Santa. Hot chocolate and cookies following ride. Reservations required. $15, adults; $14, seniors; $12, ages 1-12. 301/898-0899. www.wsrr.org. , 8, 15, 22 & 29 Candlelight Ghost Tours Of Frederick, Tours begin in front of Brewer’s Alley Restaurant, 124 N. Market St., Frederick. 7:15 p.m. Tour highlights numerous epicenters of paranormal activity located in historic downtown Frederick. Private tours available by reservation. Fee. 240/626-0963. Brunch at Santa’s Workshop, Green Grove Gardens Event Center, 1032 Buchanan Trail East, Greencastle, PA. Buffet brunch, visit with Santa, complimentary photo with Santa, children’s treat bag, and story time with Mrs. Claus.
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, 11 & 18 “Tis the Season,” 4 William M. Brish Planetarium, central offices of Washington County Schools, 823 Commonwealth Ave., Hagerstown. 7 p.m. View the night sky as seen through our eyes, binoculars and telescopes. $3, adults; $2, children and students; $10, family max. 301/766-2898. www.wcps.k12.md.us/depts_progra ms/planetarium. “Mommy & Me & an Owl Makes Three,” Cunningham Falls State Park, Manor Area, Rt. 15 South, Thurmont, MD. 10 a.m. 30to 45-minute program filled with nature-themed stories, songs, puppets, crafts and more. $2 per child, donations welcome. 301/271-7574. www.dnr.state.md.us/ publiclands western/cunningham.asp. Gingerbread Jamboree, Handley Library, 100 W. Piccadilly St., Winchester. 4:30 p.m. The Gingerbread Man puppet show with special craft and all things gingerbread. Free. www.handleyregional.org. 540/6629041, x21. to 16 Carroll County Farm Museum Holiday Tour, Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center Dr., Westminster, MD. Mon.Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Dec. 8 & 9, 12 noon-5 p.m.; Dec. 15 & 16, 12 noon-7 p.m. “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” Choral/instrumental ensembles, Santa visits, home baked goods, museum and decorated farmhouse tours. $2.50, adults; free, ages 6 & under with paying adult. 410/386-3880. www.carrollcountyfarmmuseum.org. , 12 & 19 Mommy & Me Theatre & Art Classes, Wood Center, Capitol Theatre Center,159 S. Main St., Chambersburg. 10-11 a.m. “Handmade Holidays” (12/5), Holiday Handprint Friends (12/12), and Reindeer Games and Holiday Sing Along (12/19). Open to children age 18 months to preKindergarten. $5 per class, accompanying adult free. 717/2630202. www.thecapitoltheatre.org. to 9 The Christmas Express, The Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg. Thurs.Sat., 8 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 2 p.m. Presented by Chambersburg Community Theatre. Admission. 717/263-0202.
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burg. Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2:30 p.m. Three quick-witted actors portray as many holiday traditions and stories as they can remember. Check with theater for age appropriateness. $7$15. 304/263-6766. www.apollotheatre.org. & 11 Home School History Days, Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 1:30-3 p.m. “Christmas in Camp.” Experienced staff enrich your child’s studies with a multidisciplinary, hands-on approach to history. Focus on Civil War Heritage. Pre-registration required. Ages 514. $5. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com. Happy Hanukah!
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Choral Arts Society of Frederick Concert, Frederick Community College, Jack B. Kussmaul Theater, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick. 3 p.m. Admission. 301/662-7356. All Aboard the Holiday Express, Jim Barnett Park’s Social Hall, 1001 Cork St., Winchester. 4:30-8:30 p.m. Family fun time with crafts, Santa, hot cocoa, snacks and “The Polar Express.” Ages 3-12. $5, before Nov. 29; $8, after Nov. 29. 540/662-4946. www.winchesterva.gov/parks. Elf PJ Party, Jefferson Co. Community Center, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 5-9 p.m. Bring your pajama-clad kid to enjoy basketball, movies, holiday songs, crafts and treats. Pizza for dinner. Ages 5 & up. $20. 304/7283207. www.jcprc.org. Holiday Concert by Bryan Shepherd, Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Country. Tickets available at 4 p.m. at Visitor Information Desk. $5. Free to MSV members and children 12 & under. 540/662-1473, x235 or 888/5565799. & 9 Colonial Christmas, Adam Stephen House, 309 E. John St., Martinsburg, WV. 4-8 p.m. Candlelight tours of house, holiday music and refreshments. Free admission. 304/267-4434. www.orgsites.com/wv/ adam-stephen. The Nutcracker, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. Sat., 7 p.m.; Sun., 3 p.m. Presented by The City Ballet School and the Western Maryland City Ballet Company. $23-$60. 301/790-3500, x100. www.mdtheatre.org. The Nutcracker, The Frank Center for the Performing Arts, Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, WV. Sat., 2 p.m. & 7 p.m,; Sun., 2 p.m. Shepherdstown School of Dance. 304/264-1832. www.shepherdstownschoolofdance.co m. & 22 Free Movie Night, Bridge of Life Center, Hagerstown. 7-9 p.m. Enjoy a movie, free popcorn and soda in a safe, familyfriendly environment. 301/7911674. www.BridgeOfLife.org. , 9 & 10 Old Tyme Christmas in Harpers Ferry, Harpers Ferry, WV. Musical performances, puppet shows, storytelling, visits with Santa, caroling, arts and crafts, and more. www.facebook.com/historic harpersferry. to 23 Cinderella Carriage Holiday Weekend Rides, 124 N. Market St., Frederick. Sat. & Sun., 4-8
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Wesley of Martinsburg from our 2012 Cover Kids Contest a-long. Admission. 717/263-0202. www.thecapitoltheatre.org. “Shrek the Musical,” Luhrs Center, Shippensburg University, 1871 Old Main Dr., Shippensburg, PA. 7:30-10 p.m. Musical based on the DreamWorks film. 717/477-7469. www.shrekthemusicalontour.com. Crafty Christmas Time, Jefferson Co. Community Center, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 5-6 p.m. Create special Christmas ornaments. Ages 3 & 4. $10, plus $5 supply fee. 304/728-3207. www.jcprc.org. 18th Annual Messiah Singa-long, The Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 8 p.m. $10-$18. 301/6025041. www.weinbergcenter.org. & 22 Create your own Gingerbread House with Sheri Fiolek, Jefferson Co. Community Center, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. Fri., 67 p.m.; Sat., 9-10:30 a.m. Decorate your very own wooden Gingerbread House. Ages 6-12. $15. 304/7283207. www.jcprc.org. A Christmas Carol, The Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster, MD. Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 3 & 8 p.m. Dickens’ heartwarming Christmas classic. A Maryland Ensemble Theatre production. 410/848-7272. www.carrollcountyartscouncil.org. “Do Su Go,” Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Jamie Kenton, 4H Extension Educator. Lego/Robotics Wrestling. Registration required. Grades 4-12, limit 25. Bring your lunch. 301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org. A Taste of Christmas at Sky Meadows, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 1-3 p.m. Enjoy tasty treats from Christmases past. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. Holiday Concert by Winchester Musica Viva, Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Holiday music of the early settlers. Tickets available at 4 p.m. at Visitor Information Desk. $5. Free to MSV members and children 12 & under. 540/662-1473, x235 or 888/5565799.
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Winchester. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free, dropin activity for children and adults. Learn how to create a watercolor of your fondest memory from 2012. Admission to gallery free on Wed. from 10 a.m.-12 noon. 540/662-1473, x235 or 888/556-5799. Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Worship, downtown Frederick. 4-9 p.m. Self-guided tour of churches and a synagogue in historic Frederick. Seasonal music, tours, and lectures. www.fredericktourism.org. 301/600-2888 or 800/999-3613.
, 27, 28 & January 26 2 Winter Break Day Camp, Clarke Co. Parks & Rec., 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for grades K-5. Arts & crafts projects, baking, sports, games and free time in the gym. Register early for camp. $25 a day. 540/955-5140. www.clarkecounty.gov/parks. Winter Break Art, Jefferson Co. Community Center, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Make and explore a variety of art mediums while having fun. Ages 6-13. $25, plus $10 supply fee. 304/7283207. www.jcprc.org. Funcraft Friday, C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 10 a.m. All ages (with adult) can make a fun, exciting, makeand-take craft. 301/600-3780. www.fcpl.org. Deanna Bogart Band, The Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 8 p.m. Maryland-based blues instrumentalist and singer-songwriter. Admission. 301/602-5041. www.weinbergcenter.org. First Night Winchester at the MSV, Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Familyoriented entertainment. Magician Johnny-O and Glitterbugz Face Painting. Wears a 2013 First Night Winchester button (purchase at Museum Store from Dec. 8-31) to receive free admission to the MSV. $8$10, unless MSV members, ages 12 & under, or wearing the purchased button. 540/662-1473, x235 or 888/556-5799. First Night Winchester, Old Town Mall, 811 S. Loudoun St., Winchester. 6 p.m.-12 midnight. Ring in the new year with the family. Non-alcoholic celebration includes games, live entertainment, music and more. Traditional “Apple Drop” and fireworks. www.visitwinchester.com.
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January New Year! Child Guide 1filledHappy wishes all of our families a 2013 with happiness, peace and prosperity!
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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS 1-2-3 Just PLAY With Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
MedExpress Urgent Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Back Cover
Ballet and All That Jazz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover
Moments by Misty Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 19
The Banner School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
One Two Kangaroo Toy Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Bethany Christian Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Cluggy’s Family Amusements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Jeffrey Pearlman, D.D.S. & Melanie Newman, D.D.S, Children’s Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover
Critters and Conservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
The Pediatric Center of Frederick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Discovery Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover
Pediatric Dental Center of Frederick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
Educare Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Pottery By Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Ellsworth Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Powhatan School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Frederick Area Preschool Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
ProDesign . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Frederick Children’s Chorus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Rings of Life Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Frederick Pediatric Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
St. John Regional Catholic School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Frederick & Washington Co. WIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Home Solutions 4 U . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Shepherdstown School of Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Jefferson County Parks & Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Studio M Salon & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Kid’s Closet Connection Sale – Clarke County, VA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Thirty-One Gifts, Lizzy Fontaine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
The Light of the Child Montessori School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Trinity School of Frederick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Masala Bhangra and Zumba Jaye Gelwicks, Dance Instructor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Vitality Partner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
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