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Educating Others About Your Child’s Asthma and Allergies

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5 ways to prepare the adults in your child’s life to act in an emergency situation

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Family Activities Calendar

Find something fun to do with your family every day of the month!

health 12 Bye, Bye, Bad Habits 14 Is That Normal?

16 What Parents Need to Know About Life Insurance 18 Health Directory

raising kids 6 Editor’s Note 8 New Places, New Programs 10 Educating Others About Your Child’s Asthma and Allergies 34 Specialty Camp Directory 36 Camps at-a-Glance Chart 40 Professional Services 42 Party Central 43 Meet the Health Care Professional 44 Open Houses 45 Advertisers’ Index

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Let’s Get Organized

From kids’ rooms to bathrooms and the kitchen, easy solutions to keep your home clutter-free.

things to do 20 Family Fun in Manhattan 21 Family Activities Calendar

family life 32 Let’s Get Organized

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raising kids editor’s note MAY 2019 • Vol.10 • No.12

Here’s to You!

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appy Mother’s Day to all of you lovely readers! Whether your family is planning an elaborate brunch out or a classic, yet cozy breakfast in bed, or your partner is giving you a day of relaxation, we hope you have a day that truly celebrates you.

If you’re a brand-new or expecting mom, you’ll want to turn to “Is That Normal?” (p.

14), in which we explore the various changes—physically, hormonally, emotionally—your body will go through postpartum. You’ll find out what’s normal and when you should seek help.

If you’re a mom of a teenager or two (are your teens putting you through the paces?), we discuss how you can encourage your child to nix the bad habits he has likely adopted and replace them with healthy ones (p. 12).

As summer inches closer, we just seem to always have camp on our minds—and we’re getting more and more excited! If you’re looking for a dance, art, theater, sports, academic enrichment, music, or STEAM camp for your little one, you’ll want to check out our specialty camp descriptions (p. 34) and the at-a-glance comparison chart (p. 36).

And to help you with the camp planning process even more, we’re re-issuing The Camp Planner by Long Island Parent, which is full of great articles, descriptions of area camps, camp comparison charts, and open house schedules. So, if you’re looking for a lastminute registration, you won’t want to miss this ultimate, all-in-one, camp resource! You can find it at nymetroparents.com/campguide/longisland!

With spring in full force (are you sneezing up a storm too?) and spring cleaning on our minds, what better time to get your home a little organized? From the bathroom to your kids’ rooms, experts share insider tips to keep your living space clutter-free (p. 32).

Happy organizing!

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One of the specializations tween campers will learn in Studio E Art Class summer camps is “throwing” on a pottery wheel.

Hofstra’s Sports Academy camps are for serious players, but Hofstra offers a variety of options for students who are looking to try out a sport or activity.

Who: Hofstra University Summer Camps What’s New: Elite Tennis program, which is slated to begin July 1, and an Intensive Tennis Training Program, which is slated to begin Aug. 12.

Experienced tennis players in sixth to 10th grades who are interested in a full day of tennis can participate in the two-week sessions from July 1-Aug. 9.

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Educating Others About Your Child’s Asthma and Allergies ›› By Melissa Wickes

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aving a child with a life-threatening allergy is constantly scary.

As much as you can prepare yourself for the worst, it adds extra comfort to know the other adults in your child’s life are also prepared to act in an emergency situation. Purvi Parikh, M.D., an allergist with Allergy & Asthma Network, shares what parents of children with a life-threatening allergy should do to ensure their child is safe at all times—even when the child isn’t with the parent.

Create an action plan. Once it’s determined your child has a life-threatening allergy or asthma, be sure to talk to her physician about constructing an action plan, Dr. Parikh suggests. This should detail what an allergic reaction or asthma attack would look like, as well as what to do at the time, what medicines to administer, and when to call 911.

on the child. Empower your child to speak up in these situations— and to speak up about any allergies when necessary.

Educate all adults in his life about the allergy or asthma.

Everyone who interacts with your child—from coaches and teachers to babysitters and grandparents—should be well informed of the action plan, Dr. Parikh says.

Ensure emergency medications are always available. All caregivers should have access to emergency medications. A doctor can generally prescribe EpiPens in bulk, according to Dr. Parikh, so give one to your child’s babysitter, teachers, coaches, and grandparents—and give one to your child to carry. Whomever is given the responsibility of holding the EpiPen should know how to properly use it (there are instructional videos online). If the child suffers from asthma, he must have quick-relief medication on hand and with all caregivers.

Encourage your child to speak up when a reaction is occurring.

When you’re not around, your child is her own best advocate. With the help of your physician, teach your child to know what feelings indicate she is having a reaction. This can mean itchy skin or rash, difficulty breathing, vomiting, tummy aches, and more, depending

Teach the child to use medications. While it is important for the adults in your child’s life to know how to administer emergency medications, it is equally, if not more, important for the child with the allergy to know how if she is older than 4, according to Dr. Parikh. This includes asthma pumps and antihistamines.

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Is That Normal?

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Medical experts share what new moms can expect—physically and emotionally— when they’re no longer expecting. By Jacqui Neber

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omen are taught to expect numerous changes to their bodies during pregnancy; from weight gain to weird cravings to swollen feet, there are just some things we know might happen. However, we don’t talk about the changes that might happen to your body after your baby is born nearly as much, which can lead women to think what they’re experiencing isn’t normal. Since hormonal and emotional changes are common after delivery, it can be difficult to know when what you’re feeling could signify postpartum depression, which can also be frightening.

In terms of physical changes, thinning hair, scar itching, breast engorgement, and more are usually completely normal ways your body adjusts to motherhood as hormones swing back to normal. Some changes are very common, especially when you reach six-seven months postpartum. Alyssa Dweck, M.D., a New York OBGYN and assistant clinical professor at Mount Sinai Hospital’s School of Medicine in Manhattan, who has been practicing for more than 20 years, says she sees a multitude of “abnormalities” in patients that are not cause for alarm.

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What’s Normal–and How to Know

“[Thinning hair and breast engorgement] are usually normal, although we always check for other problems that could be causing them. It is incredibly common for women to have significant hair loss at about six or seven months postpartum,” Dr. Dweck says.

“It’s a very common thing to go in the shower and have clumps of hair falling out.”

Dr. Dweck says many women also worry about hemorrhoids and weight gain, as well as itchy C-section scars, but these issues are relatively common too. “I don’t want to call [these experiences] normal. I want to call them not abnormal,” she says. “Some people have a C-section and never get a scar. Some people never get hemorrhoids. It’s individual.”

Lindsey Scharfman, M.D., echoes that hair loss, engorged breasts, some bleeding, and dependent edema, where the body swells bilaterally, are all normal conditions to experience after having a baby. Her patients at Crystal Run Healthcare in West Nyack experience a spectrum of postpartum issues that wind up being nonissues.

Christine Catanzaro, R.N., a mother from Northport, had two children 17 months apart. She noted drastic physical differences in her body between having a boy and a girl. While she did not experience hair loss after her son was born, significant hair fell out after having her daughter. She also gained more weight, experienced more tearing in the labia region, and says her feet were more swollen. She experienced more emotional volatility after having her daughter, but partially attributes that to working nights, sleeping poorly, and having two very young children to parent.

“You don’t have time to feel sorry for yourself,” Catanzaro says.

“These extra side effects, I wouldn’t change for the experience of having my kids.”

What’s Not Normal—and What to Do

Doctors agree that certain “normal” symptoms can morph into abnormal ones after birth, and new mothers need to watch their symptoms carefully. Bleeding, for example, is normal, Dr. Scharfman says, but only to an extent.

“Bleeding should be like a period or less,” she says. “If you’re going through one pad a day, that’s normal. But if it’s one to two pads every hour, that’s not normal, and you need to go to [the hospital]. It could be a postpartum hemorrhage.”

New mothers who experience severe dizziness upon standing, feel weak and cold, or have racing heartbeats could be anemic.

And if one leg, for example, is more swollen than the other, that could signify a blood clot. If a woman experiences blurred vision, a headache that doesn’t go away with pain medication, or upper belly pain, she could have pre-eclampsia. All of these conditions require immediate medical attention.

There are also potentially less serious physical abnormalities that Dr. Dweck says need to be discussed with your doctor.

“When is it not normal? So, hair loss where it doesn’t seem to stop, or you’re having huge, big bald spots…That needs to be addressed by your physician to make sure it’s not something other than just typical postpartum hair loss,” Dr. Dweck says. “As far as the itchy scar, [you just need to make sure] there’s no infection, that there’s no underlying skin condition…Any questions or concerns about it being ‘right’…It’s worth a check with your OBGYN.” Olga Tusheva, M.D., an OBGYN at Montefiore Nyack Hospital in Nyack, mentioned breast pain as another issue that could become abnormal. “If one breast is significantly bigger than the other, if there is swelling or redness, tenderness, [or if changes are] not proportional to [breast] appearance, then the woman should [see her OBGYN] to make sure everything is normal,” Dr. Tusheva says.

The 411 on Postpartum Volatility

Beyond bodily changes, new mothers should monitor their emotions and understand the signs of postpartum volatility. Dr. Dweck prefers not to call this issue “postpartum depression” because that terminology can be pejorative. She says it is one of the challenges women are most concerned about, after postpartum weight gain.

“The emotional volatility that comes about after having a baby, in a good way and in not such a good way, is notable,” she says. “And this is combined with sleep deprivation, which doesn’t help. So, it becomes a concern: How am I going to manage everything?”

Certain populations of women, Dr. Dweck says, are more prone to developing postpartum volatility. Among those most vulnerable are first-time mothers, women who are part of underserved populations, and women who have a history of anxiety or depression during pregnancy. If you start feeling down after having your baby, seek help as soon as possible, and try to get some sleep—it’s vital in managing these feelings, Dr. Dweck emphasizes.

Dr. Tusheva says “post-baby blues” are very common because mothers are often overwhelmed when they bring the baby home and the responsibilities of motherhood are fully realized. “It can happen to any woman, whether it’s her first time having a baby or third or fourth time being a mom,” she says. “We all can be overwhelmed by other people, the social pressure, [feeling] like we need to be the best mother we can be, and the attention imposed on us by our family—our moms, our husbands, mother-in-law, and other people who care about us.”

But when post-baby blues stick around for longer than a short while, they can become more serious. It is imperative to seek medical help.

“Once in a while the symptoms can persist and reach postpartum depression, which can be a very dangerous condition,” Dr. Tusheva says. “If she feels down, overwhelmed, stressed, if there’s any thought of harming herself or baby, all of those symptoms should be discussed with an obstetrician or a primary care physician or a psychiatrist. Someone who can help [her] feel better, as opposed to leaving the condition untreated and having it get worse.”

Hospitals conduct postpartum screenings before sending women home with their new babies, but Dr. Tusheva says every woman should be aware of what PPD could potentially look like. Many things contribute to how a woman is feeling after giving birth, such as sleep, the baby’s health, the baby’s sleep patterns, the availability of support at home, socioeconomic status that relates to available support, or a history of anxiety or depression.

“If a woman is finding herself feeling helpless, hopeless, if she is catching herself thinking any type of thoughts concerning harming the baby or giving the baby away or how much her life would be easier without the baby, if she finds herself just being sad and upset,” Dr. Tusheva says, “I would say for days in a row as opposed to moments of temporary feelings or temporarily upset, then all of those are the concerning factors for developing PPD.” Treatment for postpartum depression varies on an individual basis. The most important thing to do is seek help so your doctor and psychiatrist can help you feel better, sooner.

The Bottom Line

There are essential steps, Dr. Dweck says, that mothers can take in ensuring they remain healthy and happy after pregnancy. One of the most important things you can do is educate yourself about what to expect in the postpartum space.

“Be conscious, be mindful. Women these days, particularly in the communities I practice in, take a lot of care and try to empower themselves with information and education, whether it’s online or with other moms or new moms or family members,” Dr. Dweck says. “But often times you get misinformation out there.

So, I think the bottom line is just to always check if something is out of the ordinary with your health care provider.”

Dr. Scharfman emphasizes the importance of sharing everything with your doctor—and speaking up if something doesn’t feel right.

“Having a new baby is really hard,” she says. “If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask. If you think something is wrong, don’t just tell the nurse, tell the doctor. Don’t be afraid to reach out.”

When dealing with postpartum blues, Dr. Dweck says, do not be ashamed to talk about what you’re feeling. “And if you feel like you’re spiraling in that direction, please don’t suffer in silence. Get some assistance and talk to your health care provider,” she says.

“It’s not a shameful situation. It is what it is, and it really is out of people’s control most of the time. Don’t be afraid to ask for help.

That’s my biggest advice.”

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Bye, Bye, Bad Habits!

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It’s not (only) about nixing your teen’s bad health habits, but replacing them with good ones By Karen Lo

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hat’s the most annoying thing your teenager does? Is it that he’s constantly sleeping in and on the verge of being late for school? Maybe it’s that her hygiene habits, or lack thereof, force you to ask probing questions like, “When was the last time you took a shower?” Maybe it’s the fact that when phrases like “healthy habits,” “personal responsibility,” or “we need to talk,” come out of your mouth, the teenager in the room immediately responds by rolling his eyes or vanishing. If you’re currently the parent of a teenager, it’s probably all these things and more.

Aside from loading up the car and booking an extended, adults-only getaway until she reaches “I should’ve listened to my parents” age, what can you do to help your teenager reach responsible adulthood without losing your mind?

To tackle this big question, family therapists, psychologists, and doctors share easy-to-follow tips. But first, what exactly are these bad habits teens should nix asap? Ana Jovanovic, M.S., a psychologist and life coach from Parenting Pod, an online resource for parents on mental health and well-being, says they include: • Personal hygiene: Not showering often enough, not using deodorant, not flossing or brushing teeth, and not wearing clean clothes • Bedtime and morning routines: Staying up too late or sleeping in, which often leads to being late for school 14

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• Electronics: Spending too much time playing video games or scrolling through social media • Homework: Forgetting or not tracking assignments, poor time management, turning in assignments late, and procrastination • Fitness: Spending too much time on the couch or sitting • Diet: Avoiding healthy foods, eating unhealthy snacks, eating lots of sugar, eating late, and skipping breakfast

How These Habits Get Formed

“Bad habits are very rewarding,” Jovanovic says. “The rewards, satisfaction, and pleasure that bad habits provide are usually much more tangible and closer in time than the negative consequences.

Impulse control, an area of executive functioning, is all about [foregoing] those short-term rewards for the sake of achieving a larger, more valuable reward that comes later on. But impulse control is not a skill that comes naturally.”

It will take some time for tweens and teens to understand the consequences that ultimately come from giving in to those impulses, Jovanovic says. But for now, playing video games or scrolling through Instagram beats the danger of not getting into the dream college because of a low GPA and eating a double cheeseburger sounds far more tempting than eating a salad.

Help Your Teen Form Good Habits

If your teen sees no strong reason to stop his bad habits, he will continue with them. “The way these habits get broken down depends on what the habit is like, and what kind of satisfaction it brings to a person. However, the challenge is not only to let go of bad habits, but to build new ones that a teen can really stick to,” Jovanovic says.

For example, what might a dermatologist say about your teenager’s skincare routine? Perhaps a lot.

Although an estimated 80 percent of teens deal with acne, 90 percent have not seen a dermatologist, according to Yoram Harth, M.D., F.A.A.D., board-certified dermatologist and medical director of MDacne, an app that uses selfies to connect patients with customized treatments.

“As a dermatologist, I believe that one of the worst habits teens have is picking on their acne,” Dr. Harth says. “Unfortunately picking on acne can leave lifelong scars that are very difficult to eliminate.

Many parents think acne will go away by itself with age, but it won’t.”

You could try to convince your teen not to pick at her skin by virtue of the fact that picking is bad for it, but that’s pretty hard to do since, in theory, she’s already well-aware. “The second, easier way is to help them treat and prevent their acne,” Dr. Harth recommends. “A lot can be done with small changes in behavior. If someone is dealing with acne breakouts on their forehead, they should avoid headbands, baseball caps, and hair gels. If the acne is on their body, they should avoid backpacks and too-tight clothing—and always wash their face after sweating, and shower at least once a day.”

So, how can we help our teens make behavioral changes, like the ones mentioned above, that eliminate bad habits?

What doesn’t work?

Lecturing (for its own sake): “Teens are opinionated young people who are likely to stick to their own way of seeing things, even if they calmly nod when you’re telling them what they should or shouldn’t do,” Jovanovic says. “Chances are, they feel that you are too old, lame, or naive to really understand what they’re going through.”

Impulsive reactions and a lack of reasoning behind your grounding system: “Though sometimes taking their phone away or having them go to their room may encourage them to actually do their homework or get to bed earlier, in most cases, teens will continue doing the same things, just to prove your punishment doesn’t make sense.” Figure out a system that is clear and makes her aware of the consequences—then stick to it.

Comparing yourself to them: “Teen years are the years of questioning authorities,” Jovanovic reminds us. “This is a period when it’s psychologically desirable to be rebellious, as teens are starting to uncover who they want to be.” So, when you compare your habits to theirs, you’re implying your way is “the right way.”

“One of my clients phrased it nicely: ‘My mom thinks she is living vicariously through me. I am my own person, which is why I intend to do most things differently,’” Jovanovic adds.

What does work?

Listen, understand, discuss, and walk the walk: Do all of these combined; one without the other is likely to be ineffective. “What I often hear from my teen clients is, ‘Parents are willing to listen only if you are saying what they want to hear,’” Jovanovic says. “And in the end, if you’re not doing what you preach, your teen is going to see right through you. My teen clients tell me, ‘My parents are on the phone all the time but call me addicted.’ Likewise, if you preach the importance of eating healthy or exercising, you have to lead by example.”

Parents, quite often, can completely miss their own contributions to a bad family trait, notes Jennifer Johnston-Jones, Ph.D., a family therapist based in Los Angeles, CA. “For example, one of the most

common bad habits for teens is negative self-talk, yet how many parents have looked in the mirror and said something negative about their bodies in front of their child?…That’s why the personal growth of parents is the best way to teach good habits in our children,” she says.

To that end, “model the good habit in yourself and let your teen know you are also working on it,” Dr. Johnston-Jones advises. If your teen is working on improving her sleep habits, help her by keeping a steady bedtime yourself, away from your phone. And most importantly, replace bad habits with healthy family habits.

For Dr. Johnston-Jones, regular family meetings are a big part of the puzzle. Share the importance of creating a solution everyone can agree on. Try it for a week. If it needs revisiting, put it on the agenda again and come back to it. End the family meeting by talking about future plans or playing a game together, like charades, even if it’s just for 15 minutes, she suggests.

Reach an agreement and stick to it: “There may be things you are not willing to let slide. Whatever that is—their GPA, exercise, sleeping habits, or personal hygiene—it’s important to let them know,” Jovanovic says. “Set up clear, unambiguous expectations.

Let them know whether they can use your support or if they have any resources available.” When both sides come to an agreement, your teenager will have a stronger grasp of trust and accountability.

Emphasize freedom of choice and leave them to it: “What I do in coaching is ensure that a teen I work with is familiar with all the choices they can make in a given situation, as well as the benefits and negative consequences. I help them weigh the options and once they make a decision to take ownership of it,” Jovanovic says. “What I see parents do with the intention to prevent bad things from happening is either making the choice for kids or trying to eliminate the consequence. It’s very important that they have the consequence and the opportunity to deal with it. This is a necessary learning experience that builds resilience and problem-solving and coping skills.”

Give useful feedback: “By ‘useful,’ I mean concrete, focused on behavior, and timely,” Jovanovic says. Instead of telling your teen to practice better hygiene, tell her to shower every evening and brush her teeth twice a day.

Start small and offer praise: In reality, no matter how old you are, “changing a habit is a difficult task, and getting started on a change is usually the hardest step,” Jovanovic says. Start small and leave room to grow. If he hasn’t exercised in a while, don’t sign him up for an intensive three-week program. Start with a daily 30-minute walk around the neighborhood and join him if he’s up for it.

“Parents tend to compare their own habits to the habits of their children,” Jovanovic notes. “Put the frustration on hold and focus on helping their behavior translate into a stable habit. Applaud their efforts and help them build up to new goals.”

Build your relationship: Lastly, and most importantly, this is the key to shaping your teenagers into the adults you’d like them to be.

“If the relationship isn’t good, chances are that your teen will ignore you, or do the opposite of what you suggest,” Jovanovic says. “What a coach (that’s you) does is invest time in listening and understanding the reasons behind the choices teens make. ...Consistency in the coach’s actions and attitude is what builds trust.”

Once your teen trusts you and feels like you really know her, she’ll be ready to listen and take what you’re saying into consideration, Jovanovic says. Your teen will also feel less pressure and a lack of judgment, which will help him grow and find out what works for him.

Karen Lo is a freelance writer living in Brooklyn.

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What Parents Need to Know About Life Insurance ››

Experts share why taking out a policy is so essential for moms and dads—plus, how to get started. By Madeleine Burry

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here are many amazing aspects of parenthood, from sweet snuggles to watching your little one achieve big milestones.

Not on that list? Getting life insurance. And yet, this task is incredibly important for every parent.

“Life insurance protects a family financially,” says Paul Graham, senior vice president of policy development at American Counsel of Life Insurers.

If you’ve put off this task, you’re probably not alone. After all, it’s not pleasant to think about worst-case scenarios, your own mortality, and the addition of yet another expense. But it’s worth noting the cost of a policy may be far lower than you anticipate, says Graham, who notes that according to LIMRA, a market research firm, millennials overestimate the cost of life insurance by five times its actual amount. “The fact is, it is possible to find a life insurance policy to fit within just about anyone’s budget,” Graham says.

Here’s what parents need to know, and how to get started procuring life insurance.

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Why Parents Need to Prioritize Life Insurance

“Anyone who has somebody else depending on their income needs life insurance,” says financial expert Jean Chatzky, author of Women with Money and host of the weekly podcast HerMoney.

“Think about life insurance as income insurance,” Chatzky says.

“If you were to die, who’s going to be in trouble because your salary or your income is no longer there?”

With life insurance, your beneficiary—most likely, your child’s other parent or guardian—will receive a payout, known as a death benefit, if you die. This money can cover the basic monthly expenses (think: after-school programs, grocery bills, and so on), allowing your family to maintain their standard of living, Graham says, along with paying the mortgage bill or monthly rent at your current home. Plans can also help send kids to college, he notes.

But keep in mind what makes sense for one family, might not make sense for yours. “Everyone’s financial situation is unique, and everyone’s life insurance needs are different,” Graham says.

What’s the Right Insurance for You?

As a parent, your best bet is to get life insurance right away—that means before your baby is born, or immediately afterward.

“You want to make sure that the need is covered when it exists,” Chatzky says.

Plus, this is one task that rewards youth and good health. “Life insurance gets more expensive as you get older,” Chatzky says.

And if you develop a health condition, it can be harder—and again, more expensive—to get insurance, she adds.

Parents can choose between two categories of life insurance: permanent or term (that’s short for “terminate”).

With term insurance, you’ll be covered for a set period of time (between 0 and 30 years, according to ACLI)—the policy will pay only if you die in that set timeframe. After the set time period, there is no payout.

Permanent life insurance, by contrast, will give you lifelong protection—as long as you continue to pay the premiums, your beneficiaries will receive the death benefit. There are several versions of this type of insurance available, depending on your particular needs.

Generally, Chatzky recommends term insurance, which is far cheaper than permanent.

“In order for people to get as much insurance as they need, [term insurance is] often the only affordable way to do it,” she says.

Plus, she notes, remember the whole point of getting this insurance: to cover your income. Once your income is no longer essential to your family’s way of life—for instance, 25 years down the road, when your kids are out of college and the mortgage is paid off—you no longer need the coverage of term insurance.

That said, some parents will always have a need for insurance, Chatzky says. If there’s someone in your life who will depend on your financial support for your entire lifetime, such as a child or sibling with special needs, permanent insurance makes sense for you, she says. You can also use permanent insurance to leave your kids money in your estate, she notes.

What if you want or need permanent insurance, but can’t afford it? “You can start with term insurance and then convert it to permanent insurance in most cases,” Chatzky says—just make sure your insurance policy provides an option to convert.

Avoid Two Common Pitfalls of Procuring Life Insurance

One of the biggest mistakes experts see parents make is only covering the parent who’s in the workforce and receiving a paycheck. Don’t downplay the work stay-at-home parents do— and the expense it would require to cover it.

“If you’re the stay-at-home parent and if you were no longer there, someone would have to be hired and paid, then you also need life insurance,” Chatzky advises.

Quantifying the amount may be easier for parents in the workforce, but that doesn’t mean it’s the only work that needs to be covered. Take some time to tally up the costs of the many responsibilities covered by a stay-at-home parent. “Cooking, cleaning, caring for children, transporting them to and from school and recreational activities, and the many other tasks performed by a stay-at-home parent cannot be easily replaced,” says Graham, noting that Salary.com estimates the median salary of a stay-at-home mom at a whopping $162,000 per year.

“People should think very seriously about ensuring a stay-athome parent has coverage,” Graham urges.

Neglecting coverage for nonworking parents isn’t the only pitfall out there. It’s also important to evaluate company-provided life insurance, too, Graham says. Typically, it pays a death benefit that’s

equal to one or two times your annual salary, he says. “However, some experts recommend that people’s life insurance coverage should equal ten times their annual income. Needs could be higher or lower depending on a family’s situation,” Graham says.

How Much Insurance Do You Need?

Figuring this out comes down to doing some math and thinking through both your current and future financial situation—to help, you can search online for life insurance calculators (like the one offered by Nerdwallet).

The biggest considerations to keep in mind are: 1. How much debt do you have? From repaying credit card bills to mortgage payments, your survivors will be on the hook to pay them off.

2. What’s your income, salary, or the cost to replace services you provide? As noted above, this math is easier if you make a set salary. Multiply this amount by the years of coverage you’ll want. For stay-at-home parents, consider the annual costs of replacing their work.

3. How long do you need the coverage? Do you want the coverage to extend until your children are through with higher education, or just until they’re 18? Will you feel comfortable timing the coverage to terminate when your mortgage is paid off? These are the kinds of questions you’ll need to think through.

4. Are there other expenses you want to cover? If you want to cover big expenses—such as your child’s college education—factor it into your coverage amount.

Feeling overwhelmed? There’s no need to go it alone. You can reach out to friends and family for advice. Professionals can also help you make your decision. “A life insurance agent or financial advisor has the knowledge and expertise to help consumers determine what level of protection is right for them,” Graham says.

The most important thing is not to let distaste for thinking about your mortality—or an aversion to doing the thinking and math required to determine the right policy for you—stand in the way of getting covered. As Graham says, “Life insurance is a critical part of a family’s financial wellness.”

Madeleine Burry is a freelance writer and editor who has held staff positions at Parents. com, Scholastic, and About.com. Burry lives in Brooklyn with her husband and their cat.

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Children can visit this outdoor space to imagine and build in an area made for kids only, no parents allowed (with staff supervision). Get messy, imagine, and dream big—no restrictions! Saturday-Sunday, 12-4pm. Ages: 5 and older. Free. 40 Barry Road, Governor’s Island; play-ground.nyc.

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What better way to celebrate the warm weather finally arriving in NYC than by joining 10,000 dancers, DJs, and live bands at the 13th Annual Dance Parade and Festival? This unique display of culture will feature more than 80 styles of dance, including African, tango, salsa, hip-hop, contemporary, Irish, and Chinese! If you want a prime view, you can even purchase a grandstand ticket to watch from Astor Plaza. Saturday, May 18; parade begins at 1pm. Ages: All. Free to attend; $35 and up for grandstand ticket. Parade starts at 21st Street and Broadway; danceparade.org.

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Free for children, The Whitney is home to a variety of unique works of art from artists of various backgrounds and is the perfect place for a peaceful afternoon with your family. Be sure to visit its website to find out more about stroller tours, tours for immigrant families, activities for families with children on the autism spectrum, and more family fun.

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Worlds Far, Far Away

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 7pm, 8pm, and 9pm WHERE: Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Dress as your favorite Star Wars character while exploring sci-fi space-traveling technologies.

WHY WE LOVE IT: The audience will be divided into the Light and Dark sides of the Force to answer trivia questions. Prizes will be awarded!

WANT TO GO? $25. 631-854-5579. vanderbiltmuseum.org.

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WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 10am-12pm WHERE: Children’s Museum of the East End, 376 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy this annual carnival of environmentally themed crafts and activities.

WHY WE LOVE IT: See tiny fresh water pond creatures up-close, make your own fish print T-shirt, and hear the Bridgehampton School’s Marimba Band.

WANT TO GO? 631-537-9735. sofo.org.

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Long Island Ducks Opening Weekend Sunday Family Fun Day

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 12:35pm gates open; 1:35pm game WHERE: Bethpage Ballpark, 3 Court House Drive, Central Islip AGES: All WHAT: Bring the family to enjoy a pregame autograph session on field, and then after the game participate in Kids Run the Bases.

WHY WE LOVE IT: The first 1,500 fans will receive 20th Anniversary Season Magnet Schedules.

WANT TO GO? $13-$15. 631-940-3825. liducks.com.

The Cashore Marionettes

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 2pm WHERE: Patchogue Theatre, 71 E. Main St., Patchogue AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Enjoy virtuoso manipulation of sophisticated marionettes, beautiful music, theatrical illusion, and artistic insight.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Participate in an Instrument “Petting Zoo” with a variety of instruments available for students to look at up close, touch, and try to play.

WANT TO GO? $15-$30. 631-207-1300 x103. patchoguetheatre.org.

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Sheep to Shawl Festival FREE

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 12-4pm WHERE: Dr. Daniel W. Kissam House Museum, 434 Park Ave., Huntington AGES: All WHAT: Demonstrators in colonial costume assist visitors in carding, spinning, knitting, and weaving.

WHY WE LOVE IT: There will also be crafts, traditional games, face painting, storytelling, music, dancing, and items for sale.

WANT TO GO? 631-427-7045. huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

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WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 12-5pm WHERE: Charles B. Wang Center, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook AGES: All WHAT: Join in ikebana flower arrangement, tea workshops, manga drawing, origami paper folding, kimono dress-up, and cosplay.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Have fun dressing up in manga character costumes.

WANT TO GO? $25; $15 student and seniors; $10 ages 6-12; free for children ages 5 and younger. 631-632-4400. stonybrook.edu.

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3rd Annual East Hampton Spring Street Fair FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 10am-5pm WHERE: East Hampton Chamber of Commerce, Newtown Lane, East Hampton Village AGES: All WHAT: Check out live music, activities for kids, face painters, arts and crafts, science projects, and an East Hampton Library book tent.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Try out a flight simulator from the East Hampton Airport Association.

WANT TO GO? 631-324-0362. easthamptonchamber.com.

Our Fabulous Variety Show Presents: ‘Tap Jr.’ WHEN: May 10-11, Friday-Saturday, 7pm WHERE: Guild Hall, 158 Main St., East Hampton AGES: 3 and older

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WHAT: The tap kiddos perform film classics and vaudeville, plus Broadway showstoppers and modern rhythms.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Check out featured spotlights from advanced tap dancers.

WANT TO GO? $15-$25. 631-507-4603. ourfabulousvarietyshow.org.

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Empire State Fair

WHEN: May 3-19, see website for times WHERE: NYCB LIVE, Home of The Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy 11 days of rides, games, food, and entertainment!

WHY WE LOVE IT: Special entertainment includes a Lumberjack Show, Wolves of the World, BMX Freestyle Show, Jurassic Kingdom, and a Live Shark Encounter.

WANT TO GO? $12 admission; $22-$30 to ride all rides. 516-408-1500. empirestatefair.com.

WE CAN’T BELIEVE IT’S FREE Think a freebie has to be ho-hum? Don’t let the price tag (or lack of one) fool you. Here are the five no-cost events we’re excited about now. You’re welcome.

I Love My Park Day: Connetquot River State Park FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 8:30am-2pm WHERE: Connetquot River State Park, 3525 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale AGES: All WHAT: Volunteer to clean up the pollinator garden, paint windows and trim at Main House, or help with up-keep on the trail.

WANT TO GO? 631-581-1005. parks.ny.gov.

Community Resource Fair FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, May 7, 11am-2pm WHERE: Connetquot Public Library, 760 Ocean Ave., Bohemia AGES: Adult WHAT: Learn more about local health and human services organizations.

WANT TO GO? 631-567-5079. connetquotlibrary.org.

Child Car Seat Inspection & Child/Infant CPR FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 9am-1pm WHERE: Community Ambulance Company, 420 Lakeland Ave., Sayville AGES: Adult WHAT: Free car seat inspections and hands-only infant and child CPR. WANT TO GO? 631-926-9071. carseatinspection2019.eventbrite.com.

Touch-a-Truck FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 11am-2pm WHERE: Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach AGES: All WHAT: Children can explore vehicles, sit in the driver’s seat, and discover the world of trucks.

WANT TO GO? 631-585-9393. middlecountrypubliclibrary.org.

Parent Child Workshop FREE

WHEN: May 1-29, Wednesdays, 10-11:15am WHERE: Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Community resource specialists discuss child development, speech and hearing, nutrition, play, and movement.

WANT TO GO? 631-585-9393. middlecountrypubliclibrary.org.

HOLIDAY FUN Whale of a Mom

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 12-1pm WHERE: The Whaling Museum and Education Center, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Explore marine moms and the ways they care for their babies.

WANT TO GO? $15 adult-child pair. 631-387-3418. cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Mother’s Day Brunch

WHEN: Sunday, May 12, 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm WHERE: Long Island Aquarium, 431 E. Main St., Riverhead AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy brunch or dinner with mom and then enjoy the aquarium.

WANT TO GO? $54.95; $49.95 members; $26.95 children ages 3-12; $23.95 members; free for children ages 2 and younger. 631-208-9200 x426. longislandaquarium.com.

Mother’s Day

WHEN: Sunday, May 12, 11:30am WHERE: Adventureland, 2245 Broadhollow Road, Farmingdale AGES: All WHAT: Moms ride for free with the donation of a toy.

WANT TO GO? $33.99 for a Pay One Price bracelet; $1.50 per ticket (each ride costs three-five tickets). 631-694-6868. adventureland.us.

Smithtown Memorial Day Parade FREE

WHEN: Monday, May 27, 12pm WHERE: Holy Mother Mary Knights of Columbus, Route 111 and Main Street, Smithtown AGES: All WHAT: Celebrate Memorial Day in Smithtown.

WANT TO GO? 631-360-7620. smithtownny.gov.

American Legion Port 944 Memorial Day Parade FREE

WHEN: Monday, May 27, 9am WHERE: Kings Park RJO School, 99 Old Dock Road, Kings Park AGES: All WHAT: Commemorate Memorial Day with a parade and flag ceremonies.

WANT TO GO? 631-360-7620.

VFW Port 395 Memorial Day Parade FREE

WHEN: Monday, May 27, 10am WHERE: Woodlawn and Lake avenues, Saint James AGES: All WHAT: Commemorate Memorial Day. WANT TO GO? 631-360-7620. stjameschamber.org.

Memorial Day Parade FREE

WHEN: Monday, May 27, 10am WHERE: Home Depot, 5025 Jericho Turnpike, Commack AGES: All WHAT: Commemorate Memorial Day at the Elwood-Commack Parade.

WANT TO GO? 631-360-7620. elwoodchamber-in.org.

Memorial Day Weekend

WHEN: May 24-27, Friday, 10am; Saturday-Sunday, 11:30am; Monday, 11am WHERE: Adventureland, 2245 Broadhollow Road, Farmingdale AGES: All WHAT: All Military/Veterans receive a discount on the POP Bands with proper Military ID. WANT TO GO? $33.99 for a Pay One Price bracelet; $1.50 per ticket (each ride costs three-five tickets). 631-694-6868. adventureland.us. ›› LongIslandParent 23

Observe the Animals of Vineyard Field—Like a Scientist!

THE GREAT OUTDOORS Tiny Tots: Nature Discoveries: Sing Like a Bird! FREE

WHEN: Thursday, May 2, 10-11am WHERE: Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Connect with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts.

WANT TO GO? 631-265-1054. parks.ny.gov.

Trees, Bees and Butterflies

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 11am-3pm WHERE: Fire Island Lighthouse, Robert Moses State Park parking field 5, Fire Island AGES: All WHAT: Learn about Milkweed, butterflies, and trees, and get seeds to plant.

WANT TO GO? Prices vary. 631-661-4876. fireislandlighthouse.com.

I Love My Park Day: Belmont Lake State Park FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 9am-2pm WHERE: Belmont Lake State Park, 625 Belmont Road, North Babylon AGES: All WHAT: Help with garbage removal on the lake, painting projects around the park, or trail repair.

WANT TO GO? 631-667-5055. parks.ny.gov.

I Love My Park Day: Caleb Smith State Park Preserve FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 9am-12pm WHERE: Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown AGES: All WHAT: Volunteer to help do trail work, prep flower beds, or pick up litter.

WANT TO GO? 631-265-1054. parks.ny.gov.

I Love My Park Day: Captree State Park FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 9-11am WHERE: Captree State Park, 3500 Ocean Parkway, Babylon AGES: All WHAT: Volunteer for beach cleanup and gardening.

WANT TO GO? 631-669-0449. parks.ny.gov.

I Love My Park Day: Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 9am-12pm WHERE: Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington AGES: 13 and older WHAT: Help clean up the beach or fields.

WANT TO GO? 516-381-8289. parks.ny.gov.

Beach Cleanup at Shinnecock East County Park FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 10-11am WHERE: South Fork Natural History Museum, 377 Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton AGES: All WHAT: Help make the beach a cleaner and safer place for everyone!

WANT TO GO? 631-537-9735. sofo.org.

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WHEN: Sunday, May 12, 10:30am WHERE: South Fork Natural History Museum, 377 Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton AGES: 5-8 WHAT: Learn about patience, observation skills, and how to record notes like a scientist.

WANT TO GO? $10; $7.50 children ages 3-12, plus a $3 material fee; free for members and children ages 2 years and younger. 631-537-9735. sofo.org.

One-Hour Full ‘Flower Moon’ Hike with Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 8:30pm WHERE: South Fork Natural History Museum, 377 Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton AGES: All WHAT: Take a leisurely paced, 1-hour hike through open-field trails.

WANT TO GO? 631-537-9735. sofo.org.

Swing Into Spring!

WHEN: May 17-19, Friday and Sunday, 11am-12pm WHERE: Fuchs Preserve, 21 Norwood Road, Northport AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Celebrate spring and take a leisurely walk through Fuchs Pond Preserve.

WANT TO GO? $15 includes one child and one adult. 631-239-1800. ccesuffolk.org.

East Hampton Shellfish Nursery Tour & Raising Oysters FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 25, 10am WHERE: South Fork Natural History Museum, 377 Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Tour the Town of East Hampton Hatchery’s upwelling shellfish nursery.

WANT TO GO? 631-537-9735. sofo.org.

Two-Mile Nature Hike at the Promised Land—History & Natural History

WHEN: Sunday, May 26, 10am WHERE: South Fork Natural History Museum, 377 Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Join Miles on this approximately 2-mile hike to explore the history of an abandoned Long Island industry.

WANT TO GO? $10; $7.50 children ages 3-12; free for members and children ages 2 years and younger. 631-537-9735. sofo.org.

Saturday Nature Explorers

WHEN: May 4-June 29, Saturdays, 3-4pm WHERE: South Shore Nature Center, 130 Bayview Ave., East Islip AGES: All WHAT: Join exciting and informative nature programs centered around what’s happening in nature each week.

WANT TO GO? $4; free for members. 631-581-6908. seatuck.org.

Seatuck’s Saturday Nature Explorers

WHEN: May 4-June 29, Saturdays, 1-2pm WHERE: Suffolk County Environmental Center, 550 S. Bay Ave., Islip AGES: All WHAT: Get outside and enjoy a nature fix after a long week.

WANT TO GO? $4; free for members. 631-581-6908. seatuck.org.

SHOW TIME!

MOVERS & SHAKERS

YTE Production ‘Wizard of Oz’

Long Island Ducks Home Opener

WHEN: May 4-5, Saturday, 7pm; Sunday, 2pm WHERE: ThinkBIG! Theater Arts, 471 Atlantic Ave., Bellport AGES: All WHAT: Support the young actors who make up the Youth Theater Experience Program.

WANT TO GO? $13-$15. 631-307-4042. thinkbigtheaterarts.org.

Our Fabulous Variety Show Presents: Art

WHEN: Through May 5: Thursday-Saturday, 7:30pm; Sunday, 2pm WHERE: Guild Hall, 158 Main St., East Hampton AGES: 9 and older WHAT: A play that explores art and friendship and how it may or may not bring us together.

WANT TO GO? $28. 631-507-4603. ourfabulousvarietyshow.org.

‘The Wizard of Oz’

WHEN: Through May 25: See website for show times WHERE: BayWay Arts Center Children’s Theatre, 265 E. Main St., East Islip AGES: All WHAT: Follow Dorothy and her friends as they venture to the Emerald City.

WANT TO GO? $11 advance; $13. 631-581-2700. broadhollow.org.

CAST performance of ‘Seussical the Musical’

WHEN: May 31-June 1, Friday, 7pm; Saturday, 2pm WHERE: ThinkBIG! Theater Arts, 471 Atlantic Ave., Bellport AGES: All WHAT: Support the Community of Actors for Supported Theater in this musical based on the stories of Dr. Seuss.

WANT TO GO? $13-$15. 631-307-4042. thinkbigtheaterarts.org.

The Youth Experiencing Art Project Presents: ‘Les Miserables’ School Edition WHEN: May 18-June 2, Saturday-Sunday, 2pm; and May 23-25, Thursday-Saturday, 8pm WHERE: Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown AGES: 9 and older WHAT: Les Misérables is a modern classic featuring one of the most memorable scores.

WANT TO GO? $20. 631-724-3700. smithtownpac.org.

‘The Wizard Of Oz’

WHEN: May 18-June 22, See website for schedule WHERE: Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson AGES: 5 and older WHAT: There is truly no place like home as the greatest family musical makes its way to Port Jefferson.

WANT TO GO? $35; $28 seniors; $20 children. 631-928-9100. theatrethree.com.

WHEN: Friday, May 3, 6:35pm WHERE: Bethpage Ballpark, 3 Court House Drive, Central Islip AGES: All WHAT: The first 1,500 fans will receive Wally Backman Bobbleheads.

WANT TO GO? $13-$15. 631-940-3825. liducks.com.

Long Island Ducks Opening Weekend

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 6:35pm WHERE: Bethpage Ballpark, 3 Court House Drive, Central Islip AGES: All WHAT: See the Opening Weekend Fireworks Spectacular.

WANT TO GO? $13-$15. 631-940-3825. liducks.com.

Grand Re-Opening FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 11am-6pm WHERE: Karts Indoor Amusement Center, 701 Union Parkway, Ronkonkoma AGES: All WHAT: Celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of Karts Indoor Amusement Center with new attractions, old favorites, and giveaways.

WANT TO GO? 631-737-5278. karts1.com.

Kick and Play FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, May 7, 10-10:45am WHERE: Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach AGES: Newborn to 2 WHAT: Join for some songs, jumping, and kicking activities based on an animal theme.

WANT TO GO? 631-585-9393. middlecountrypubliclibrary.org.

Dance With Me FREE

WHEN: Thursday, May 9, 10-10:45am and 11-11:45am WHERE: Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Join for creative movement, dance activities, free play, tumbling on mats, and a story.

WANT TO GO? 631-585-9393. middlecountrypubliclibrary.org.

Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs Qualifier and Ducks vs. Blue Crabs WHEN: Thursday, May 9, 5:30pm qualifier; 6:35pm game WHERE: Bethpage Ballpark, 3 Court House Drive, Central Islip AGES: All WHAT: Twenty contestants vie for a spot in The Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest.

WANT TO GO? $13-$15. 631-940-3825. liducks.com.

Tiny Tot Prom FREE

WHEN: Friday, May 17, 6:30-7:30pm WHERE: Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Dress up for some grooving tunes and games!

WANT TO GO? 631-585-9393. middlecountrypubliclibrary.org.

11th Annual 5K Sunset Run/Walk for the Park

WHEN: Friday, May 31, 6:30pm Summer Fun Run for Kids; 7pm 5K Walk/Run WHERE: Nissequogue River State Park, 799 Saint Johnland Road, Kings Park AGES: All WHAT: Run, walk, or roll in for a 5k and free food and beverages too.

WANT TO GO? $30 day of; $24 pre-registration; $10 fun run. 631-360-7620. ourstatepark.com.

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Horseshoe Crab Program

WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 7pm WHERE: Fire Island Lighthouse, Robert Moses State Park parking field 5, Fire Island AGES: All WHAT: Watch horseshoe crabs come ashore to lay their eggs.

WANT TO GO? $2 suggested donation. 631-661-4876. fireislandlighthouse.com.

Pet Adoption Fair FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 10am-2pm WHERE: Emma Clark Library, 120 Main St., Setauket AGES: All WHAT: Bring the family and pick out a new pet!

WANT TO GO? 631-941-4080. emmaclark.org.

Jr. Marine Biologist

ANIMAL LOVERS Guess Who Hatched? FREE

WHEN: Thursday, May 2, 10-10:45am WHERE: Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Discover the life cycle of a chick, then visit the library’s chickens.

WANT TO GO? 631-585-9393. middlecountrypubliclibrary.org.

Baby Animal Weekend

WHEN: May 4-5, Saturday-Sunday, 10am-4pm WHERE: Suffolk County Farm, 350 Yaphank Ave., Yaphank AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy unlimited wagon rides, visiting baby animals, hands-on activities for kids, and food trucks.

WANT TO GO? $8 ages 3 and older. 631-852-4610. ccesuffolk.org/suffolk-county-farm.

Baby Animal Days

WHEN: Through May 5: Saturday-Sunday, 10am-6pm WHERE: Garden of Eve Farm, 4558 Sound Ave., Riverhead AGES: All WHAT: Visit the baby farm animals including lambs, bunnies, chicks, and goats, plus enjoy hayrides.

WANT TO GO? $7.95. 631-722-8777. gardenofevefarm.com.

Birding with Frank FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 10am WHERE: South Fork Natural History Museum, 377 Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton AGES: 5 and older WHAT: View spring migrants such as Baltimore orioles, yellow warblers, ovenbirds, and perhaps a scarlet tanager.

WANT TO GO? 631-537-9735. sofo.org.

Mother’s Day at the CSH Fish Hatchery & Aquarium

WHEN: Sunday, May 12, 10am-5pm WHERE: Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor AGES: All WHAT: Moms get in for free when they celebrate Mother’s Day with their children.

WANT TO GO? $7; $6 seniors 65 and older; $5 ages 3-12; free for members. 516-692-6768. cshfishhatchery.org.

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WHEN: Sunday, May 19, 10am-12pm WHERE: Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility, Ocean Parkway, Babylon AGES: 3-5 WHAT: Program includes hands-on time with live animals and a craft.

WANT TO GO? $25 for one adult and child; $5 each additional adult.

631-587-2873. ccesuffolk.org.

Black Racer Snake Search with Andy Sabin

WHEN: Saturday, May 25, 9:30am WHERE: South Fork Natural History Museum, 377 Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton AGES: All WHAT: Go on a search for the Northern Black Racer snake.

WANT TO GO? $10; $7.50 children ages 3-12; free for members and children ages 2 and younger. 631-537-9735. sofo.org.

Salamander Seining…and Some Frogs Too, with Andy Sabin

WHEN: Saturday, May 25, 10am WHERE: South Fork Natural History Museum, 377 Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton AGES: All WHAT: See the larval aquatic stage of the endangered Eastern Tiger Salamander.

WANT TO GO? $10; $7.50 children ages 3-12; free for members and children ages 2 and younger. 631-537-9735. sofo.org.

B.A.R.K.: Books Are Read to K-9s FREE

WHEN: May 1-29, Wednesday, 4:30-5:30pm WHERE: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library, 120 Main St., Setauket AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Visit the library and read some stories to a trained therapy dog.

WANT TO GO? 631-941-4080. emmaclark.org.

Bark in the Park Night and Ducks vs. Barnstormers

WHEN: Thursday, May 30, 6:35pm WHERE: Bethpage Ballpark, 3 Court House Drive, Central Islip AGES: All WHAT: Bring your pup to watch the Ducks!

WANT TO GO? $13-$15 game tickets; $14 Pooch Pass. 631-940-3825. liducks.com.

Squawk! The Amazing Bird Show

WHEN: May 23-Sept. 2, Thursday-Sunday, see website for show times WHERE: The Long Island Game Farm, 489 Chapman Blvd., Manorville AGES: 3 and older WHAT: Squawk! The Amazing Bird Show has made appearances on America’s Got Talent and The Late Show with David Letterman.

WANT TO GO? $14; $16.95 children ages 3-12; free admission for children ages 2 and younger. 631-878-6644. longislandgamefarm.com.

FUN FAIRS & FESTIVALS The 2019 National Math Festival

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 1-5pm WHERE: Long Island Explorium, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Visit and explore math at a Zometool Bubble Station as well as a number of other bubble making activities.

WANT TO GO? $5; free for members and children younger than 1.

631-331-3277. longislandexplorium.org.

Arts & Craft Fair FREE

Huntington Waterfront Festival FREE

WHEN: Sunday, May 19, 10am-5pm WHERE: Mill Dam Park, 500 Lincoln Blvd., Huntington AGES: All WHAT: There will be a variety of booths featuring professional artists, gift items, boats, boating supplies, and more. Enjoy live music, locally crafted brew, and food trucks.

WANT TO GO? 631-846-1459. depasmarket.com.

Nesconset Spring Fling Food Truck & Craft Fair in the Park FREE

WHEN: Sunday, May 19, 10am-5pm WHERE: Nesconset Gazebo Park, 127 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset AGES: All WHAT: Full of food and crafts, this fair is fun for the whole family!

WANT TO GO? 631-724-2543. neschamberofcommerce.wildapricot.org.

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 10am-4pm WHERE: Northport High School, 154 Laurel Hill Road, Northport AGES: All WHAT: This fair presents artists and artisans featuring one-of-a-kind creations and designs.

WANT TO GO? 631-846-1459. depasmarket.com.

Tulipfest

Lindenhurst Spring Festival FREE

Long Island Fleece and Fiber Fair

19th Annual Huntington Tulip Festival FREE

Spring Family Fun Festival FREE

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 12-5pm WHERE: The Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce, E. Hoffman Ave., Lindenhurst AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy great music and local vendors.

WANT TO GO? 631-226-4641. lindenhurstchamber.org.

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 11am-4pm WHERE: Heckscher Park, Main Street, Huntington AGES: All WHAT: Check out hands-on children’s activities, family performances, art exhibitions, and refreshment sales booths.

WANT TO GO? 631-351-3000. huntingtonny.gov/tulipfestival.

Walk On the Art Side: St. James Art Walk FREE

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 10am-6pm WHERE: Celebrate St. James, Stroll Lake Avenue, Saint James AGES: All WHAT: Stroll by artists of all kinds, entertainment, demonstrations, and food.

WANT TO GO? 631-862-4615. celebratestjames.org.

WHEN: May 4-19, Saturday-Sunday, 10am-6pm WHERE: Garden of Eve Farm, 4558 Sound Ave., Riverhead AGES: All WHAT: Visit for gorgeous photos and U-pick Tulips.

WANT TO GO? $7.95. 631-722-8777. gardenofevefarm.com.

WHEN: May 18-19, Saturday-Sunday, 10am-4pm WHERE: Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead AGES: All WHAT: Visitors will see and learn how local artisans craft wool into clothing and art.

WANT TO GO? $4-$15. 631-298-5292. hallockville.com/fiberfair.

WHEN: Sunday, May 19, 11am-3pm WHERE: Thomas School of Horsemanship, 250 Round Swamp Road, Melville AGES: 3-17 WHAT: Celebrate spring’s arrival with pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting, cotton candy, arts and crafts, inflatables, science experiments, field games, a jumping pillow, carnival games, vendors, and food trucks.

WANT TO GO? 631-692-6840. tshcamp.com. ››

Mother’s Day Festival

WHEN: May 11-12, Saturday-Sunday, 10am-6pm WHERE: Harbes Family Farm, 715 Sound Ave., Mattituck AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy a Singing Hayride tour of the 100-acre farm, pig races, kid’s games, new attractions, and live music.

WANT TO GO? $18.95; free for moms and children ages 2 and younger. 631-298-0800. harbesfamilyfarm.com.

Opening Day 2019! FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 9am-2pm WHERE: The Sayville Farmers Market, 10 Broadway Ave., Sayville AGES: All WHAT: Celebrate the kick off the 2019 season back at the Islip Grange.

WANT TO GO? sayvillfarmersmarket@yahoo.com.

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Ocean Science Sunday

WHEN: Sunday, May 19, 12-1pm WHERE: The Whaling Museum and Education Center, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor AGES: All WHAT: See blubber and whale oil, dive into a “mock oil cleanup,” decorate a peat pot, and plant a seed.

WANT TO GO? $12. 631-387-3418. cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Hands-On: Shark Teeth, Tails, & Tales

WHEN: Sunday, May 19, 10:30am WHERE: South Fork Natural History Museum, 377 Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton AGES: All WHAT: See what you can learn from the shape of shark teeth and tails.

WANT TO GO? $10; $7.50 children ages 3-12; free for members and children ages 2 years and younger. 631-537-9735. sofo.org.

SMARTY PANTS Get with the Program(s): Your Art Doesn’t Speak for Itself.

Speaking for Business, Elevator and Investor Pitches

WHEN: Thursday, May 2, 7-8:30pm WHERE: Main Street Gallery, 213 Main St., Huntington AGES: 13 and older WHAT: This workshop will focus on theatrical voice, diction, and dialect exercises for both listening skills and vocal production.

WANT TO GO? $20 at the door; $15 advance registration; $10 early registration, HAC members, and NYSCA DEC grant applicants.

631-271-8423. huntingtonarts.org.

Sonic Sensation

WHEN: Through May 5: Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm WHERE: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City AGES: All WHAT: Visitors will experience the sonic world through 14 interactive learning stations to discover key listening skills.

WANT TO GO? $14; $13 seniors; free children younger than 1.

516-224-5800. licm.org.

How Small Is Small? FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 10:30am WHERE: South Fork Natural History Museum, 377 Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton AGES: 9 and older WHAT: Learn how to make accurate measurements of the world and accurately estimate the size of objects.

WANT TO GO? 631-537-9735. sofo.org.

Long Island Farm Life

WHEN: Thursday, May 16, 4:30-5:30pm WHERE: Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook AGES: 5-8 WHAT: Experience a day in the life of a child in the mid-19th century.

WANT TO GO? $10. 631-751-0066 x248. longislandmuseum.org.

Maker Spotlight: Andrew Iancona

WHEN: Saturday, May 18, ages 5-8: 1:30pm; ages 9-12: 3:30pm WHERE: Long Island Explorium, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Create a unique bot and learn how to make your own chassis and motor.

WANT TO GO? $5; free for members and children younger than 1.

631-331-3277. longislandexplorium.org/maker-spotlight.

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STEM: Right or Left Brain FREE

WHEN: Monday, May 20, 4-5pm WHERE: Westhampton Free Library, 7 Library Ave., Westhampton Beach AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Find out which side of the brain you use the most and explore if gender makes a difference.

WANT TO GO? 631-288-3335. westhamptonlibrary.net.

National Maritime Heritage Celebration

WHEN: Saturday, May 25, 1-3pm WHERE: The Whaling Museum and Education Center, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor AGES: All WHAT: Explore updated exhibits and create a floating boat craft.

WANT TO GO? $6; $5 children ages 3-17 and seniors. 631-387-3418. cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Science Saturdays Workshop: Under Sea Adventurers

WHEN: Saturday, May 25, 2-3pm WHERE: Long Island Science Center, 11 W. Main St., Riverhead AGES: All WHAT: Learn about the organisms that make the ocean their home and create an edible mini aquarium.

WANT TO GO? $10 admission; $5 workshop; free for members.

631-208-8000. lisciencecenter.org.

Maker Spotlight: GEO Club Construct Your Own Boat

WHEN: Saturday, May 25, 1:30pm; 2:30pm; 3:30pm WHERE: Long Island Explorium, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Construct and race a boat made from recycled materials.

WANT TO GO? $5; free for members and children younger than 1.

631-331-3277. longislandexplorium.org/maker-spotlight.

Guild Hall Game Night

WHEN: Monday, May 27, 6-7:30pm WHERE: Guild Hall of East Hampton, 158 Main St., East Hampton AGES: 13 and older WHAT: Play some of the best modern games on the market.

WANT TO GO? $10; $8 members. 631-324-0806. guildhall.org.

Vanderbilt Mansion Living History

WHEN: May 25-Sept. 1, see website for dates, 12:30-3:30pm WHERE: Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport AGES: 9 and older WHAT: Guides in costume tell visitors stories of the Vanderbilt family and its famous guests.

WANT TO GO? $18; $17 seniors 62 and older and students with ID; $15 children 12 and younger. 631-854-5579. vanderbiltmuseum.org.

LITTLE FOODIES

KINDNESS CRUSADERS

Nacho Pizza FREE

WHEN: Friday, May 3, 4pm WHERE: Westhampton Free Library, 7 Library Ave., Westhampton Beach AGES: 9-12 WHAT: Learn to make pizza-style nachos.

WANT TO GO? 631-288-3335. westhamptonlibrary.net.

North Fork Horseradish Festival

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 11am-5pm WHERE: Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy horseradish-inspired fare with local wine and craft beer.

WANT TO GO? $10-$20. 631-298-5292. horseradishfestivalny.com.

Science Saturdays Workshop: Molecular Gastronomy

CTREE Giddy-Up 5K

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 8:30am-12pm WHERE: Sagg Main Beach, Sagg Main Road, Sagaponack AGES: All WHAT: Supporting the Center for Therapeutic Riding of the East End. WANT TO GO? $25 pre-register; $30 day of. 631-779-2835. ctreeny.org.

5K Color Run

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 8:30am check-in; 9am race WHERE: Kings Park High School, 200 Route 25A, Kings Park AGES: 13 and older WHAT: Raise money for a good cause while getting doused in color.

WANT TO GO? $20. 631-269-3770. macedonioa@kpcsd.org.

WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 2-3pm WHERE: Long Island Science Center, 11 W. Main St., Riverhead AGES: All WHAT: Explore the molecular nature of matter and make your own ice cream!

WANT TO GO? $10 admission; $5 workshop; free for members.

631-208-8000. lisciencecenter.org.

Teen Arts Council: Beach Clean Up FREE

Whole Grain Breakfast Fun FREE

Purple for Peace Day FREE

WHEN: Thursday, May 30, 7-8pm WHERE: Central Islip Library, 33 Hawthorne Ave., Islip AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Learn the importance of having whole grains at breakfast and make whole grain cranberry breakfast bars.

WANT TO GO? 631-234-9333. ccesuffolk.org.

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 10am WHERE: Atlantic Beach, 169 Atlantic Ave., Amagansett AGES: 13-17 WHAT: Reduce litter, protect wildlife, and improve our standards of living.

WANT TO GO? 631-324-0806. guildhall.org.

WHEN: Thursday, May 16, 10am–5pm WHERE: Westhampton Free Library, 7 Library Ave., Westhampton Beach AGES: All WHAT: Wear purple to earn a prize. Make grape prints and purple box creatures.

WANT TO GO? 631-288-3335. westhamptonlibrary.net. ››

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Art Buddies FREE

WHEN: Monday, May 6, 6:15-7pm WHERE: Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Teen Art Buddies will work with children on arts and crafts.

WANT TO GO? 631-585-9393. middlecountrypubliclibrary.org.

CRAFTY KIDS Creative Carriage Art

WHEN: Thursday, May 2, 4:30-5:30pm WHERE: Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook AGES: 5-8 WHAT: Use different materials to create a masterpiece.

WANT TO GO? $10 per child. 631-751-0066 x212. longislandmuseum.org.

Science Saturdays Workshop: The Inventions of Leonardo da Vinci WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 2-3pm WHERE: Long Island Science Center, 11 W. Main St., Riverhead AGES: All WHAT: Explore the inventions da Vinci created, then make your own parachute.

WANT TO GO? $10 admission; $5 workshop; free for members.

631-208-8000. lisciencecenter.org.

Making Art Move

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 10:30am WHERE: South Fork Natural History Museum, 377 Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Build a gearbox to make a paper butterfly move.

WANT TO GO? $10; $7.50 children ages 3-12, plus $3 material fee; free for members and children ages 2 and younger. 631-537-9735. sofo.org.

Come Draw With Us

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 10:30am WHERE: South Fork Natural History Museum, 377 Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton AGES: 13 and older WHAT: Bring a 9-by-12-inch drawing pad with a hard back for support and two drawing implements.

WANT TO GO? $10. 631-537-9735. sofo.org.

Maker Spotlight: Douglas Baldwin

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 2-4pm WHERE: Long Island Explorium, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson AGES: 3-12 WHAT: View and create your own fractal art-infinite images.

WANT TO GO? $5; free for members and children younger than 1.

631-331-3277. longislandexplorium.org/maker-spotlight.

We Love Mom FREE

WHEN: May 4-6, Saturday, 10-11:30am; Monday, 11:30am-1pm WHERE: Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Join in creating beautiful projects for Mom or someone special.

WANT TO GO? 631-585-9393. middlecountrypubliclibrary.org.

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Vegetable Prints for Mother’s Day FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, May 8, 4pm WHERE: Westhampton Free Library, 7 Library Ave., Westhampton Beach AGES: 5-8 WHAT: Create springtime art for Mom this Mother’s Day. WANT TO GO? 631-288-3335. westhamptonlibrary.net.

For Mom, With Love FREE

WHEN: Thursday, May 9, 5:30-6:15pm WHERE: Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach AGES: 5-8 WHAT: Make a beautiful gift for the special female figure in your life.

WANT TO GO? 631-585-9393. middlecountrypubliclibrary.org.

Science Saturdays Workshop: Spa Chemistry: Mother’s Day

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 2-3pm WHERE: Long Island Science Center, 11 W. Main St., Riverhead AGES: All WHAT: Make a bath bomb for your mom while she relaxes with refreshments.

WANT TO GO? $10 admission; $5 workshop; free for members. 631208-8000. lisciencecenter.org.

Mother’s Day Paint Event 2019

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 2-3:30pm WHERE: Key to My Art, 10 W. Oak St., Amityville AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Paint a multi-part painting with your kiddos!

WANT TO GO? $20 per painter. 631-608-9048. keytomyart.com.

Design and Create a Light-Up Greeting Card

WHEN: May 11-12, Saturday-Sunday, 1-5pm WHERE: Long Island Explorium, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Design and create a light-up greeting card for Mother’s Day. WANT TO GO? $5; free for members and children younger than 1.

631-331-3277. longislandexplorium.org.

May Mania FREE

WHEN: Monday, May 13, 11:15am-12pm and 1-1:45pm WHERE: Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Enjoy activities, crafts, and stories to celebrate the month of May. WANT TO GO? 631-585-9393. middlecountrypubliclibrary.org.

Just Grandma/Grandpa and Me FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, May 14, 10-10:45am WHERE: Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Play with your grandchild, share stories with other grandparents, and enjoy crafts.

WANT TO GO? 631-585-9393. middlecountrypubliclibrary.org.

Mini MakerSpace

WHEN: Wednesday, May 22, 2-4pm WHERE: Long Island Science Center, 11 W. Main St., Riverhead AGES: 3-5 WHAT: Enjoy a self-guided space to learn, play, and experiment.

WANT TO GO? $10. 631-208-8000. lisciencecenter.org.

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From kids’ rooms to bathrooms and the kitchen, experts share easy solutions to keep your home clutter-free. By Lambeth Hochwald

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his time of year is not only the ideal time to do a big day (or two) of spring cleaning, it’s also one of the most ideal times to look at each room of the house in a different way, especially if it feels like there’s a little mess in every room. Interestingly, those messes usually take hold because we don’t have any method of staying organized—and this is key to keeping the house tidy.

“Often we create messes because we don’t know exactly where to put something or the item itself doesn’t have a home,” says Piper Gore, owner of PS de Resistance, a home organizing company in New York City. “Even a pile of loose papers that need to be looked at some point should have a specific place—and only one place—that it’s kept in the home. The good news is, once you and your family know where things go, you’ll save time, find things faster, and spend less time organizing as you will already be doing it as you go along.”

Read on as we guide you around your house, room by room, with some helpful organization tips that will forever change the way you stack your towels and keep every last Lego tidy.

All Hail a Tidy Kitchen

No matter how large (or compact) your kitchen is, it’s easier than you think to keep it organized, says Natalie Schrier, owner of Cut the Clutter, an organizing company in New York City. And, since this is the one room that can easily get disorganized—fast—Schrier shares three of her favorite tips for what is often the hub of the house: 32

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Double your shelf space. “To do this, shop around for freestanding shelves that will fit in your existing kitchen cabinets,” Schrier says.

Rethink your spice rack. “A tiered spice rack paired with printed labels on bottle tops makes it easy to find seasonings in a snap. To make things even easier, hang your measuring spoons on the door inside the cabinet in which your spices are stored,” Schrier says.

Stand frying pans upright. “This will save space and make it easier to retrieve what you need,” she says.

Kids Rooms Can Be Streamlined

If it feels like your kids’ rooms are bursting at the seams—your kids are in a major growth spurt and some clothes fit and some don’t and toys are strewn every which way—it’s time to sort, dump, or store. Here are four tips to get this room under control: Corral hand-me-downs. “It can be hard to keep kids’ clothes under control since they outgrow them so quickly,” says Lisa Zaslow, owner of the NYC-based Gotham Organizers. “My best tip: Keep a spare shopping bag in the closet to stash too-small clothes and shoes as soon as you realize they don’t fit,” she says.

“When it’s full, donate, sell, or give those items away. If you’re saving items for a younger child to grow into, use a zippered clothing storage bin and label it with the size.”

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Divide—to conquer—drawers. “When it comes to underwear and socks, it’s almost impossible to have kids keep those drawers organized,” says Jennifer Nevins, founder of Savor, a Manhattanbased company that designs and manufactures organizational boxes.

“Dividers make it easy...to see what you have and stay organized.”

Have the right organizational tools. To get your kids’ room looking streamlined, use a label maker to indicate what’s in which storage box, put a cheery laundry hamper in your child’s room to ensure socks don’t end up on the floor, and never underestimate the space below the bed, a perfect place to tuck under-bed storage boxes.

Do a regular toy review. “One thing we see people struggle with is the fact that toys usually end up all over the house,” says Ben Soreff, owner of House to Home Organizing in Norwalk, CT. “Step one is gathering all the toys and games for review. Some may be broken or missing pieces and should be recycled. Others have been aged out of and should be donated (preschools make great toy donation spots) and some may be keepsakes.”

As for storage, “one or two baskets with handles make for good traveling toy carrying bins for when you have company over and need to take the toys out of the living room,” Soreff says.

Bathrooms Can Feel Zen-Ready

The bathroom is another room in the house that can easily become a dumping ground for everything from washcloths and oversized bottles of mouthwash to cleaning products and bath towels. Here are three ways to transform this room into more of spa-serene space: Baskets are everything. “Storage baskets, boxes, and crates are key ways to keep the bathroom organized,” Gore says. “It doesn’t matter which you use, though I prefer to use pretty baskets whenever possible.”

A lazy Susan isn’t just for the kitchen. “These spinning trays are heaven-sent when you’re trying to reach things on a shelf,” Gore says. “If you have lots of supplements or lots of bathroom products, these work anywhere there are lots of little jars, bottles, or vials. One tip: Try placing one on a shelf where you haven’t already implemented the basket strategy.”

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Keep items low enough for kids to reach. “Hooks are super helpful ways to stay organized, but they have to be hung at the right level,” Nevins says. “Height is important—our bathroom hooks were hung at adult size and that meant our kids couldn’t reach them.”

Expand Whatever Closets You Have

If it seems like every time you open a closet door something falls down and hits you in the head, not to worry, say our organization experts. Here are three tips for making your closets seem spacious even if they’re packed.

Think vertically. “One way to maximize your vertical space is by either stacking labeled boxes or using risers on a shelf,” says Katy Winter, owner of Katy’s Organized Home in Chappaqua.

Use the wall. “The easiest and least expensive option to use the space you have is to use peel and stick hooks,” says Jamie Novak, owner of Novak Organizing in Scotch Plains, NJ. Maximize your closet door(s). “Over-the door organizers work beautifully to give you tons of pockets where you can stash things and then find them again,” Novak says. “Even if you can’t use it over the door you can still hang it on a wall or from a hanger.”

Lambeth Hochwald is a New York City-based journalist covering trends, relationships, and life in New York City.

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Specialty Camps Art League of Long Island Summer Art Adventure

Paumanok Elementary School, 1 Seaman Neck Road, Dix Hills Summer Pre-College Portfolio Development 107 E. Deer Park Road, Dix Hills 631-462-5400 artleagueli.org info@artleague.org Summer Art Adventure offers kids and teens ages 5-18, fun and creative activities in a variety of visual arts mediums led by certified art professionals. Find inspiration by creating art using specific artists’ unique styles. Special guests and events add to the exciting atmosphere. Flexible schedules and themed sessions available.

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

DNA Learning Center 1 Bungtown Road, Cold Spring Harbor 516-367-5170 dnalc.org; dnalc@cshl.edu Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory DNA Learning Center is the world’s first science center devoted entirely to genetics education.

Each summer since 1985 our laboratory classrooms have filled with students participating in 5-day science camps. Fun, challenging programs guided by experienced teachers for science enthusiasts entering sixth to 12th grade.

Cooking With Stars Camp

450 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills 631-499-8580 parkshoredaycamp.com info@parkshoredaycamp.com This exciting cooking program is for boys and girls completing grades first-seventh as of June.

Led by Chef Paula, our foodie campers will learn about food chemistry, recipes, equipment, skills, and how to work in a kitchen and prepare delicious cuisines from around the world.

Destination Science - The fun science day camp for curious kids 5 to 11!

multiple locations in Nassau and Suffolk counties 888-909-2822 destinationscience.org info@destinationscience.org Destination Science Kids experience “Aha!” moments of under-

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standing, creativity, and curiosity while engineering, building, experimenting, and playing with astonishing gadgets and fantastic gizmos. Our top-notch, enthusiastic educators make STEM learning an adventure! 2019 programs include Robot Challengers and Reaction Racers, Young Innovators Science, Rocket Space Science, and Physics Coaster and Science Magic.

Extreme STEAM Science Kids

450 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills 631-499-8580 extremesteamcamp.com info@extremesteamscience.com Located in Dix Hills on 15 acres, for grades first-fifth geared to develop skills and curiosity in science. The curriculum is centered around STEAM in our state-of-the-art Science Center.

Core focus includes robotics, engineering, programming, science, mathematics, coding, and arts. Transportation, before- and after-care, and lunch available.

Future Stars Summer Camps

The College at Old Westbury 223 Store Hill Road, Old Westbury 516-876-3490 Farmingdale State College 2350 Broadhollow Road, Farmingdale St. Joseph’s College 155 W. Roe Blvd., Patchogue fscamps.com Future Stars Summer Camps offer weekly Sports, STEAM, and Specialty camp programs at three locations (The College at Old Westbury, Farmingdale State College, and St. Joseph’s College Patchogue). Programs are offered to children entering kindergarten-ninth grade. A balanced camp day ensures the perfect blend of instruction and fun.

The Gateway Performing Arts Center of Suffolk County

The Gateway School for the Performing Arts 215 S. Country Road, Bellport 631-286-1133, 631-286-0555, x5000 thegateway.org The Gateway School of Performing Arts is Long Island’s home for high quality theater arts education–both Robert Duvall and Gene Hackman

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began their careers here. More than 300 students each year receive professional level training that builds technique while working towards a production–with professional teachers in a fun social environment!

GCH Designs - Genevieve C. Hasemann, seamstress

516-983-0427 genevievescustomheirlooms@ gmail.com GCH Designs is now offering children’s sewing lessons. We specialize in teaching children and teens the skills and art of sewing. We are available for after-school classes and summer camp. We offer flexible hours, expert and experienced instructors. Limited seats available.

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Hofstra Summer Camps

101 Oak St., Uniondale 516-463-CAMP (2267) hofstra.edu/camps ce-camps@hofstra.edu Hofstra Summer Camps offer children, ages 5-17, more than 70 programs from theater to sports, gaming, art, music, STEM and STEAM, academics, culinary, dance, YouTube Studio, Adventure Education, and Super Hero Academy. At our camp, kids will explore their interests, learn valuable social skills, and have fun while gaining confidence.

Kids Country Day Camp

37 Crystal Brook Hollow Road, Mount Sinai 631-331-5351 kidscountrydaycamp.com Children ages 3-12 take part in more than 50 fun exciting activities including field and court sports, arts and crafts, dance, karate, talent show, giant water slide, sprinkler park, pedal karts, foam parties, carnival, animal shows, and challenge course.

Camp program runs eight weeks.

Various combinations of weeks and days available.

Knox School Summer Adventures

541 Long Beach Road, Saint James 631-686-1600 x414 knoxschool.org/summer-programs/summer-adventures ndezenzo@knoxschool.org Located in Saint James on the shores of Stony Brook Harbor, our

picturesque waterfront campus is 40 rolling acres. Kids in pre-K through 10th grade can get away from the stress of the school year and enjoy fun in the great outdoors! Knox offers flexible scheduling to maximize campers’ experience.

LIU Post Center for Gifted Youth

Dr. Lynne Manouvrier, director LIU Post, Brookville 516-299-2160 liu.edu/giftedyouth The Long Island University program for gifted children was established in 1979 in response to the recognition of society’s special responsibilities for children with demonstrably superior intellectual ability. The LIU Center for Gifted Youth offers extraordinary teachers recruited from leading schools in the metropolitan area, and university-level facilities.

Long Island Explorium

101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson 631-331-3277 longislandexplorium.org Summer camp 2019 will stretch the boundaries of fun, catapulting STEAM learning skyward! Let the Explorium be your journey of exploration, discovery, invention, and innovation this summer. Intriguing challenges to solve. Creative people to meet. You choose one-five weeks of fun learning.

Park Shore Country Day Camp

450 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills 631-499-8580 parkshoredaycamp.com info@parkshoredaycamp.com Located in Dix Hills on 15 acres. Programs for ages 2-14.

Activities include athletics, aquatics, high ropes course, bungee, rock wall, Ninja Course, ATVs, arts and crafts, performing arts, and special events. Specialty camps include Extreme STEAM Science Kids, Sports Track, and Cooking With Stars. Transportation, before- and after-care, and lunch available.

SPORTIME Summer Camps Nassau and Suffolk

Several locations in Nassau, Suffolk, Manhattan, and Westchester 888-698-3664

sportimeny.com/summercamps camps@sportimeny.com SPORTIME’s Summer Camps offer children ages 3-16 a great combination of sports instruction and games, swimming, arts and crafts, and exciting special events. Camp activities include age- and level-appropriate tennis, soccer, softball, basketball, flag football, and floor hockey. Campers learn fundamental skills, participate in competitive drills, and learn game strategies.

Studio E Art Classes

565 Route 25A, Miller Place 631-744-4001 studioeartclass.com/childrens-camps Studio E offers art enrichment camps to three age groups: children (ages 5-8), tweens (ages 9-12), and teens (ages 13-17). Topics include pottery, hand-building, painting, drawing, sketching, collage, and illustration. Studio E Art Camps provide small group instruction.

Camps meet Tuesdays-Fridays for half-days. Pay per week!

Sylvan Learning Centers of Mineola and Huntington

393 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola 516-743-9943 locations.sylvanlearning.com/us/ mineola-ny 1160 E. Jericho Turnpike, Huntington 631-424-5600 locations.sylvanlearning.com/us/ huntington-ny sylvanlearning@optonline.net Summer is the perfect time for academic growth! Sylvan can tackle any subject so your child can take on the next school year with confidence. Try our personalized reading, writing, and math programs or our Math Edge small group programs which cover content through Algebra 2!

Thomas School of Horsemanship

Summer Day Camp 250 Round Swamp Road, Melville 631-692-6840 tshcamp.com tsh@tshcamp.com Camp gives kids the skills they need to thrive in the world.

Thomas School of Horsemanship expands that knowledge exponentially with horses! For more than 70 years Thomas School of Horsemanship Day Camp offers campers ages 3-15, all the daily activities of a traditional day camp plus a full riding program.

631-584-6888 310 Main St., Holbrook 631-585-6900 tjedance.com info@tjedance.com Experience the finest, most talented, creative, award-winning staff that will motivate your child to do the best they can! Girls and boys age 4 and older are welcome. Camp is Monday-Thursday from 9:30am–12:30pm.

We will offer games, dance, and crafts. You choose one-five weeks of summer camp.

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Usdan Summer Camp for the Arts

185 Colonial Springs Road, Wheatley Heights 631-643-7900 usdan.org open houses: usdan. org/visit; info@usdan.org Usdan Summer Camp for the Arts, the nation’s preeminent arts day camp offers more than 70 programs of study in the arts including visual art, dance, music, theater, creative writing, nature, chess, and recreational arts. Three-, four-, and seven-week sessions are offered.

Village East Gifted Summer Program

Village East Gifted of Huntington 33 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station 631-549-2313 Village East Gifted of Roslyn 216 Willis Ave., Roslyn Heights villageeastgifted.com info@villageeastgifted.com Village East Gifted® (VEG), located in both Nassau and Suffolk counties, offers 20 three- or four-day science workshops in its Summer STREAM Program (STEM and Art and Research) for gifted students in grades first-sixth.

Workshops are held during the day and in the evenings (after camp).

YMCA of Long Island

855-2YMCALI (962254) Locations: Bay Shore, East Hampton, Glen Cove, Huntington, and Patchogue ymcali.org/camp; camp@ymcali.org At the YMCA Summer Day Camp, we offer the best of adventure, athletics, aquatics, and creative arts.

Our programs for ages 3-16 are designed to meet your child’s interests and abilities. New for 2019, archery tag, GameLand, inflatables and challenger courses, freestyle specials, and STEAM activities.

The DNA Learning Center offers exciting 5-day summer day camps for students entering 6th–12th grades. Budding scientists are immersed in hands-on activities and experiments that deepen DNA science understanding.

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GCH Designs is now offering children’s sewing lessons.

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With the SylvanPrep Summer Session, students get: Timed practice testing • Overview of content before the actual exam Skills and strategies needed to score high on the SAT Guidance of credentialed teachers in a small setting (6:1)

Sylvan of Huntington 631-424-5600

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Camp locations across Long Island, including in the Hamptons, and in NYC, Westchester and the Capital Region.

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A SUMMER OF FUN, DYNAMIC ART ENRICHMENT SESSIONS FOR KIDS & TEENS SUMMER ART ADVENTURE

at Paumanok Elementary School, Dix Hills

Early Childhood Program • Ages 5 - 6 Young Artists Program • Ages 7 -10 July 8th – August 9th Five Weekly Themed Sessions Choose one or more!

Mature Artists • Ages 11-14 July 8th - 19th and July 22nd - August 2nd Two 2-week sessions … Choose one or both!

SUMMER PRE-COLLEGE PORTFOLIO at The Art League Center, Dix Hills

Teens • Ages 15 -18 July 8th - July 26th & July 29th - August 16th Two 3-week sessions … Choose one or both!

PARTNER PROGRAM

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Professional services

Your local guide to tutors, teachers, lawyers, financial planners, and other professionals DENTISTS & DENTAL PROVIDERS ISLAND ORTHODONTICS-HORIZON ORTHODONTICS Dr. Scott Friedman 1150 Portion Road, No. 13, Holtsville 631-698-2424 Find us on Facebook: @horizonorthodontics Our practice’s top priority is to provide you the highest quality orthodontic care in a friendly, comfortable environment. We utilize the latest technological advances in the industry, such as invisible ceramic braces and Invisalign®, along with the latest in computer technology.

NORTH SHORE ORTHODONTICS 50 Route 111, Suite 214, Smithtown 631-265-3435 nsorthodontics.com Dr. Craig Smith and his team at North Shore Orthodontics offer a variety of orthodontic services, including American Orthodontics Mini Brackets, Invisalign®, Invisalign Teen™, A.O. Radiance translucent brackets, and teeth whitening.

SUFFOLK PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 8 Medical Drive, Port Jefferson Station 631-928-8585 6144 Route 25 A, Suite D20, Wading River 631-929-7575 suffolkpediatricdentistry.com infoportjeff@suffolkpediatricdentistry.com For 40 years, we have provided dental care that’s friendly, gentle, and compassionate. We provide preventive and comprehensive treatment for infants, children, and adolescents including sedation and general anesthesia dentistry.

We strive to help our patients develop good oral hygiene habits, and beautiful healthy smiles.

THE TOOTH PILLOW DENTISTRY 775 Park Ave., Suite 340, Huntington 516-317-2476 toothpillowny.com Your child will leave our office with all of their dental work completed, free from pain and bad memories. Trust your child with the experts in pediatric dental sedation.

DOCTORS & MEDICAL PROVIDERS LONG ISLAND CENTER FOR SPEECH AND MYOFUNCTIONAL THERAPY Locations across Suffolk and Nassau: East Yaphank, Farmingville, Stony Brook, Commack, Jericho, Wantagh, and Lake Success lispeechandmyo.com Suffolk: 631-689-6858 Nassau: 516-216-1791 Queens: 718-640-6767 Janine Stiene, speech-language pathologist, along with her group of therapists, supports families and children across Long Island, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders, and expressive and receptive language disorders.

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PEDIATRIC IMMEDIATE CARE 150 E. Sunrise Highway, Suite 105, North Lindenhurst 631-956-PEDS (7337) 1077 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown 631-864-PEDS (7337) 698 Manhattan Ave., Brooklyn 718-389-PEDS (7337) pediatricimmediatecare.com Pediatric Immediate Care is a team of hearts where kids come first. State-of-the-art medical office equipment allows us to deliver your test results during your visit. Kid-friendly; walk-ins welcome; most insurance plans accepted.

STONY BROOK CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL PEDIATRIC VOIDING IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (VIP) 24 Research Way, East Setauket 631-444-6270 A comprehensive program for children and teens with bed-wetting and other urinary and bowel issues. Our experts offer innovative, age-appropriate solutions along with compassionate care.

FINANCIAL PLANNING & INSURANCE LINDA SPRINGER, INVESTMENT ADVISER REPRESENTATIVE WITH PRIMERICA ADVISORS 1600 Expressway Drive S., Hauppauge 631-235-1749 cell; 631-361-6271 office primerica.com/lindaspringer linda.springer@primerica.com Linda Springer, an investment adviser representative with Primerica Advisors has proudly served the community in financial literacy education and team training and development for more than 20 years. Contact us at 631-235-1749 (cell) or 631-361-6271(office).

FOOD & NUTRITION LITTLE VICKY’S 631-338-1722 littlevickys.com; littlevickys@yahoo.com Little Vicky’s products are small batched with only the finest, natural ingredients. Real food, no junk. Products include honey butter, garlic honey, and honey lemonade sold at all Best Markets throughout Long Island and select Stop & Shops.

FOSTER CARE & ADOPTION BERKSHIRE FARM CENTER AND SERVICES FOR YOUTH 535 Broad Hollow Road, Suite B30, Melville 631-420-4444 berkshirefarm.org Berkshire Farm Center & Services for Youth helps children find safety and comfort in the homes of foster parents.

Become a foster parent and give the gift of family!

LEGAL SERVICES ANDREW COHEN, ESQ., LAW OFFICES OF ANDREW M. COHEN 250 W. 57th St., Suite 1216, Manhattan

212-244-0595 1100 Franklin Ave., Suite 305, Garden City 516-877-0595 amcohenlaw.com; ac@amcohenlaw.com The Law Offices of Andrew M. Cohen can help you achieve your objectives through careful special needs legal planning, regardless of the size of your estate.

All clients are provided with high-quality service at a reasonable cost.

LAW OFFICES OF BRAD H. ROSKEN, P.L.L.C.

534 Broadhollow Road, Suite 275, Melville 631-379-9569 specialedcounselor.com; brad@specialedcounselor.com Brad H. Rosken is an experienced trial attorney. He’s also a parent of a child with special needs. He knows how far to push a school district to obtain the maximum that your child is entitled to under law.

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2463 S. Long Beach Road, Oceanside 866-561-0492 1755 Deer Park Ave., Deer Park 866-561-0492 679 Glen Cove Ave., Glen Head 866-561-0492 fairylicemothers.com; fairylicemothers@gmail.com Our treatment centers are kid-friendly and our products are 100-percent nontoxic. Treatments include two free re-checks. Whether or not you use our service, we are here to help you.

SPECIAL NEEDS ALTERNATIVES FOR CHILDREN 1116 Main Road, Aquebogue 631-722-2170 600 S. Service Road, Dix Hills 631-271-0777 14 Research Way, East Setauket 631-331-6400 168 Hill St., Southampton 631-283-3272 alternatives4children.org Licensed day care, EI/Preschool Special Education evaluations provider for eligible children. Early childhood professionals create a natural learning environment, promoting a child’s cognitive, social, and emotional development.

CHILD BEHAVIOR CONSULTING, L.L.C. 10 Janet Court, Nesconset 631-617-1958 childbehaviorconsulting.com lisa@childbehaviorconsulting.com Providing education, tools, and knowledge in teaching children cognitive skills to focus and remain calm. Specializing in challenges related to behavior, academic learning, and social-emotional development.

ANDREW COHEN, ESQ., LAW OFFICES OF ANDREW M. COHEN 250 W. 57th St., Suite 1216, Manhattan 212-244-0595 1100 Franklin Ave., Suite 305, Garden City 516-877-0595 amcohenlaw.com ac@amcohenlaw.com The Law Offices of Andrew M. Cohen can help you achieve your objectives through careful special needs legal planning, regardless of the size of your estate.

All clients are provided with high-quality service at a reasonable cost.

DR. STEVE IMBER, PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL CONSULTANTS Serving Nassau and Suffolk counties as well as the five boroughs of NYC 61-43 186th St., Fresh Meadows 516-273-1961 Sprout Building 166 Valley St., Providence, RI 401-421-4004 dr-imber.com scimber1@aol.com Dr. Imber has more than 40 years of experience consulting, evaluating, and advocating for children, adolescents, and adults with various disabilities including autism (e.g.

Asperger’s syndrome), attention deficit disorders, intellectual disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, and learning disabilities.

LAW OFFICES OF BRAD H. ROSKEN, P.L.L.C. 534 Broadhollow Road, Suite 275, Melville 631-379-9569 specialedcounselor.com brad@specialedcounselor.com Brad H. Rosken is an experienced trial attorney. He’s also a parent of a child with special needs. He knows how far to push a school district to obtain the maximum that your child is entitled to under law.

LIFE’S WORC THE FAMILY CENTER FOR AUTISM 1501 Franklin Ave., Garden City 516-741-9000 familycenterforautism.org mreno@lifesworc.org The Family Center for Autism provides services and support for people with autism and their families.

Programs include insurance services, birthday parties, art, music, sports and culinary classes, camps, parent and sibling programs, social events, vocational programs, and behavior intervention.

LONG ISLAND CENTER FOR SPEECH AND MYOFUNCTIONAL THERAPY Locations across Suffolk and Nassau: East Yaphank, Farmingville, Stony Brook, Commack, Jericho, Wantagh, and Lake Success lispeechandmyo.com Suffolk: 631-689-6858 Nassau: 516-216-1791 Queens: 718-640-6767 Janine Stiene, speech-language pathologist, along with her group of therapists, supports families and children across Long Island, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders, and expressive and receptive language disorders.

MARRA & GLICK APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSTS 1737 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 1, Islandia 2341 New Hyde Park Road, New Hyde Park 631-479-2900 mg-aba.com Marra & Glick Applied Behavior Analysts specialize in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to serve people with autism spectrum disorders in our center-based programs, at school, in the home, and in the community.

THE TOOTH PILLOW DENTISTRY 775 Park Ave., Suite 340, Huntington 516-317-2476 toothpillowny.com Your child will leave our office with all of their dental work completed, free from pain and bad memories. Trust your child with the experts in pediatric dental sedation.

SPECIALTY APPAREL GCH DESIGNS GENEVIEVE C. HASEMANN, SEAMSTRESS 516-983-0427 genevievescustomheirlooms@gmail.com Specializing in custom-made, special occasion, children’s christening, baptismal, communion, and flower girl clothing, hair accessories, and floral arrangements.

TUTORS & TEST PREP LONG ISLAND TUTORIAL SERVICES 173 N. Main St., Sayville 631-316-0426 litutorialservices.com

litutorialservices@gmail .com Long Island Tutorial Services (LITS) provides award-winning customer service and first-rate instruction to families island-wide. Call for a confidential consultation.

ST. PATRICK YOUTH COMMUNITY- ST. PATRICK TUTORING CENTER St. Patrick Church, 280 E. Main St., Smithtown 631-724-1261 stpatsyouth.com spyouth@optonline.net St. Patrick Tutoring Center is here to assist your learner from grades kindergarten to 12th with Catholic Entrance Exam Prep, SAT, Regents, or daily schoolwork.

ST. PATRICK YOUTH COMMUNITY-YOUTH ENRICHMENT LEARNING CENTER St. Patrick Church, 280 E. Main St., Smithtown 631-724-1261 stpatsyouth.com spyouth@optonline.net St. Patrick Youth Enrichment and Learning Center provides programs for your child ages 1½ years to sixth grade. A faith-based program offers a loving, caring environment.

SYLVAN LEARNING CENTER OF HUNTINGTON 1160 E. Jericho Turnpike, Huntington 631-424-5600 locations.sylvanlearning.com/us/huntington-ny sylvanlearning@optonline.net Sylvan of Huntington offers personalized tutoring programs in reading, writing, mathematics, and SAT and ACT prep. Sylvan will help identify the right program for your child and exactly where your child needs to start to get the best results.

VILLAGE EAST GIFTED - ENRICHMENT CENTER FOR THE GIFTED LEARNER Village East Gifted of Huntington 33 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station 631-549-2313 Village East Gifted of Roslyn 216 Willis Ave., Roslyn Heights 631-549-2313 villageeastgifted.com info@villageeastgifted.com Village East Gifted provides after-school enrichment and private tutoring for gifted and talented students.

We are a designated John Hopkins CTY and SAT testing center.

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PartyCentral @ PLAY AMUSEMENTS 229 NY-110, Farmingdale 631-815-5355 atplayamusement.com info@playamusement.com

Have your next party at the newly renovated @ Play Amusements! It offers 40,000-square-feet of fun ranging from 92 arcade games, inflatables, bumper cars, a roller coaster, a carousel, a disco room, and laser tag!

BOUNCEU FARMINGDALE 101 Carolyn Blvd., Farmingdale 631-777-JUMP (5867) bounceu.com/cities/farmingdale.ny farmingdale.ny@bounceu.com

BounceU Farmingdale was voted “Best of Long Island” for Children’s Party Place and Family Amusement Center.

We provide the ideal combination of inflatable structures, a clean environment, incredible customer service, and nonstop excitement in a private party atmosphere.

CELEBRATIONS IN THE KITCHEN 63 E. Old Country Road, Hicksville 516-396-2193 celebrationsinthekitchen.com celebrationsinthekitchen@gmail.com The most unique, fun-filled, joyous event! We have created a true baking experience for everyone to enjoy, including sugar cookie baking, all about pizza, cupcakes from scratch, doughnuts, and chocolate and candy projects. Come in, call, or visit celebrationsinthekitchen.com for more information on parties.

COLD SPRING HARBOR FISH HATCHERY & AQUARIUM 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor 516-692-6768 cshfha.org steved@cshfha.org Celebrate your child’s next birthday at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium! See the Hatchery & Aquarium’s exciting live exhibits. Feed the hungry trout and learn about fish, reptiles, and amphibians with an upclose animal encounter.

GRAVITY VAULT MELVILLE INDOOR ROCK GYM 40 Melville Park Road 516-777-9255 gravityvault.com/locations/melville-ny melville@gravityvault.com Climbing is a great way to celebrate your birthday! Our awesome climbing parties give kids an exciting day they

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GREAT STRIDES LONG ISLAND 41 Coram-Swezeytown Road, Middle Island 631-786-9708 greatstridesli.org julie@greatstridesli.org

Lasso some birthday fun at Great Strides Long Island. We offer a relaxed picnic atmosphere (indoor facility is available), farm animals, and a horse ride—all for a reasonable price. Email julie@greatstridesli.org for more information.

INTREPID SEA, AIR & SPACE MUSEUM Pier 86, West 46th Street and Twelfth Avenue, Manhattan 646-381-5010 intrepidmuseum.org groupsales@intrepidmuseum.org

Celebrate your child’s birthday with a one-of-a-kind party! The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum will captivate groups of all ages and interests. Choose from exciting themes, value packages, and customization options to create a birthday adventure they’ll remember forever!

KARTS INDOOR RACEWAY 701 Union Parkway, Ronkonkoma 631-737-5278 karts1.com info@karts1.com

Karts offers a variety of options for kids and adults starting at age 4 (40 inches tall). Whether it be racing, laser tag, or one of our other great activities, our unforgettable parties are loved by both kids and parents.

KEY TO MY ART, INC. 10 W. Oak St., Amityville 131 Main St., East Rockaway 877-539-2278 keytomyart.com At Key to My Art, our child ren’s

paint parties include all supplies from aprons to easels. The guest of honor picks the theme, we provide the instruction, and each guest leaves with a finished painting!

LONG ISLAND AQUARIUM 431 E. Main St., Riverhead 631-208-9200 xH20 (426), 631-2089200 x125 longislandaquarium.com Have your child’s birthday party at the Long Island Aquarium. Party options

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include a choice of private rooms, select food items, and an ice cream cake. All parties get a guided tour, special seating at the Sea Lion Show, and rides on the submarine simulator!

LONG ISLAND DUCKS Bethpage Ballpark 3 Court House Drive, Central Islip 631-940-DUCK (3825) liducks.com

Imagine the excitement when your child stands on the dugout with QuackerJack while the crowd sings ‘happy birthday!’

Their name will be displayed on the scoreboard and announced. Package includes box seats and meal. Guests will have fun in the kids zone inflatable area.

LONG ISLAND EXPLORIUM 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson 631- 331-3277 longislandexplorium.org

Celebrate your birthday at the LI Explorium. Enjoy 90 minutes to two hours of exciting, interactive activities. Select a theme from our four well-loved STEM challenges and give your friends the most memorable birthday party ever.

Packages available.

LONG ISLAND NETS NYCB LIVE, home of the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale longisland.gleague.nba.com Long Island Nets birthday party packages are a great way to celebrate your next birthday. Receive exclusive gear and birthday shoutouts.

NOT JUST ART 183 South St., Oyster Bay 516-922-8300 notjustart.com create@notjustart.com

Not Just Art has oodles of excellent music, art, and science parties for ages 1-12 and beyond. Choose from our treasury of super imaginative projects or use favorite themes and activities as a creative springboard.

PICASSO KIDZ, CREATIVE ART STUDIO FOR CHILDREN 72 Broadway, Greenlawn 631-261-5500 picassokidz.com picassokidzart@gmail.com

Picasso Kidz puts the “ART” in pARTy! Birthdays at Picasso Kidz are truly unique and memorable. We have many packages and options to choose from for ages 2-17.

SAF-T-SWIM SCHOOL Suffolk: 3500 Veterans Memorial Highway, Bohemia 631-580-2825 6136 Jericho Turnpike, Commack 631-462-9696 Located inside New York Sports Club 1850 NY-112, Coram 631-736-6604 1015 Grand Blvd., Deer Park 631-254-4025 515 Broadhollow Road, Melville 631-940-7160 150-154 Kroemer Ave., Riverhead 631-727-5458 7 Browns Road, Nesconset 631-406-7316 saf-t-swim.com Saf-T-Swim pool parties are never rained out! Our year-round parties include 24 guests, a private party room, pool time, a lifeguard, invitations, and pizza.

SPLISH SPLASH 2549 Splish Splash Drive, Calverton 631-727-3600 splishsplashlongisland.com

Splish Splash makes birthday party planning a piece of cake! Enjoy admission to the park and lunch! Let our staff members make your day stress-free. Book your party today!

STUDIO E ART CLASSES 565 Route 25A, Miller Place 631-744-4001 studioeartclass.com/parties

Studio E Art Classes offers two economical party options! “The Bash” Starting at only $290 and “The Extravaganza” starting at only $420! View details at studioeartclass.com/parties.

THOMAS SCHOOL OF HORSEMANSHIP RIDING ACADEMY 250 Round Swamp Road, Melville 631-692-6840 tshcamp.com tsh@tshcamp.com

Birthday parties, scout parties, and class trips are always a blast at the Thomas School of Horsemanship. For groups of 14-18 children. They receive one hour of riding time.

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Health Care Professional The Tooth Pillow Dentistry 775 Park Ave., Suite 340, Huntington 516-317-2476 toothpillowny.com The Tooth Pillow Dentistry is a group of board-certified pediatric dentists and dentist anesthesiologists that work together to safely provide dental treatment while your child â&#x20AC;&#x153;sleeps.â&#x20AC;? We provide this service for children who cannot be treated in the typical dental chair setting due to age, behavior, or other factors that hinder treatment. Your child will leave our office with all of their dental work completed, free from pain and bad memories. We will treat your child as if they were our own. Trust your child with the experts in pediatric dental sedation.

Building Blocks Developmental Preschool 29 Pinewood Drive, Commack 631-499-1237 bbdps.com Donna M. Charbonneau is the executive director of Building Blocks Developmental Preschool. BBDPS offers a range of programs and services to children from infancy through age 5. Currently staffed with more than 100 teachers, therapists, and paraprofessionals, including registered nurses as well as psychologists, speech and language pathologists, occupational therapists, a physical therapist, and a developmental pediatrician. Early Intervention services are provided for children younger than 3, who have developmental delays.

Building Blocks Developmental Preschool continues to ensure delivery of the highest quality educational services to all students.

Pediatric Immediate Care 150 E. Sunrise Highway, Suite 105, North Lindenhurst 631-956-PEDS (7337) 1077 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown 631-864-PEDS (7337) 698 Manhattan Ave., Brooklyn 718-389-PEDS (7337) pediatricimmediatecare.com Pediatric Immediate Care is a team of hearts where kids come first. State-of-the-art medical office equipment allows us to deliver your test results during your visit. Kid-friendly; walk-ins welcome; most insurance plans accepted.

Complete pediatric and adolescent care, as well as baby, camp, school, and sports physicals. Certified urgent care recommended by Urgent Care Association of America. Thirty years of dedication to our patients. The offices are open seven days a week including holidays, 8am-11pm.

Long Island Center for Speech and Myofunctional Therapy Locations across Suffolk and Nassau: East Yaphank, Farmingville, Stony Brook, Commack, Jericho, Wantagh, and Lake Success lispeechandmyo.com Suffolk: 631-689-6858 Nassau: 516-216-1791 Queens: 718-640-6767 Janine Stiene, speech-language pathologist, owns and operates Long Island Center for Speech and Myofunctional Therapy. With her group of therapists, she supports families and children across Long Island, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders and expressive and receptive language disorders (adults and children). Intensive feeding therapy for individuals who suffer from texture and consistency aversions, and FEES (Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing) are also offered. Seven affiliated offices across Long Island participate with most health insurance and offer evening and Saturday hours.

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Knox School Summer Adventures

Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp

Park Shore Country Day Camp

17 Three Sisters Road, Saint James 631-584-5555 campharbor.org Join us for an open house May 1 from 5-7pm, or June 1 from 10am-12pm. Camp runs from June 27-Aug. 17.

3186 Sound Ave., Riverhead 516-433-7970 x11 ccenassau.org lfg38@cornell.edu Visit one of our open house dates on May 4, or May 18 from 10am-1pm.

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450 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills 631-499-8580 extremesteamcamp.com info@extremesteamscience.com Tours are available Monday–Friday from 10am-3pm, year-round, and Saturdays and Sundays, 11am-2pm, February–June. Call to confirm a date and time for your tour. We look forward to meeting you!

The Gateway Performing Arts Center of Suffolk County

The Gateway School for the Performing Arts 215 S. Country Road, Bellport 631-286-1133, 631-286-0555, x5000 thegateway.org Join us on Saturday, June 1 from 11am-3pm! Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the staff, tour the property, and learn about classes!

Kids Country Day Camp

37 Crystal Brook Hollow Road, Mount Sinai 631-331-5351 kidscountrydaycamp.com Join us for a Kids Country Day Camp and Kids of Mount Sinai school open house April 27, May 18, and June 15 from 11am-2pm.

541 Long Beach Road, Saint James 631-686-1600 x414 knoxschool.org/summer-programs/summer-adventures ndezenzo@knoxschool.org Join us for an open house on May 11 from 10am-1pm.

450 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills 631-499-8580 parkshoredaycamp.com info@parkshoredaycamp.com Tours are available Monday–Friday from 10am-3pm, year-round, and Saturdays and Sundays, 11am2pm, February–June. Call to confirm a date and time for your tour.

We look forward to meeting you!

Thomas School of Horsemanship

Summer Day Camp 250 Round Swamp Road, Melville 631-692-6840 tshcamp.com tsh@tshcamp.com Spring carnival and open house on Sunday, May 19 from 11am-3pm.

Enjoy pony rides, petting zoo, face painting, arts and crafts, inflatables, fun science experiments, a jumping pillow, and carnival games!

Usdan Summer Camp for the Arts 185 Colonial Springs Road, Wheatley Heights 631-643-7900 usdan.org/visit info@usdan.org Join us for an open house Sunday, May 19 from 11am-2pm.

The campus is yours to visit and explore. Receive a chance to “win” a tuition discount.

Winston Preparatory School

30 Deforest Road, Dix Hills 212-719-5598 x2213 winstonprep.edu/our-campuses/li liadmissions@winstonprep.edu Winston Prep is a highly individualized setting for third to 12th grade students with specific learning differences. Open house on Tuesday, May 7 at 6:30pm.

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diy corner

Moon Sand

With warmer weather on the horizon, you and your little ones may be craving a beach day. Honestly, who doesn’t love building sand castles and getting just a little bit messy? For those days when the weather isn’t quite cooperating (because we all know the temperature can change in a New York minute), this craft brings the beach to you. This moon sand is easy to shape, easy to clean up, and even easier to have fun with!

It’s messy to make but easy to clean. It’s part soap after all! It won’t store long. Enjoy it for a day, then throw it away!

Maker Checklist • Big bag of baking soda

• Measuring cups

• A couple tins of baking powder

• Mixing bowl and spoon

• Liquid dish soap

• Food coloring (optional)

Instructions 1. Combine 2 parts baking soda and 1 part baking powder in a large mixing bowl. We used 2 cups of baking soda and 1 cup of baking powder, but you can use whatever measurement you have on hand, as long as you’re consistent in ratio!

2. N ow add 1 part (for us, 1 cup) of dish soap and stir well. You can start with a spoon, but as it combines, it’s more fun to use your hands.

3. Color with food coloring (optional) and play!

Reprinted with permission from More Curious Jane © 2019 Girls Dream Out Loud Inc. Published by Sterling Children’s Books. Photography by Caroline Kaye.

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