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APRIL 2016

June 27 - August 12

Day Camp, Grades PreK – 8

Archery, cooking, engineering, fashion, horseback riding, sports and more!

Elementary Academics, Grades 2-5

Accelerated Reading/Language Arts and Mathematics

Theater, Grades 1-12

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Academic & Enrichment, Grades 6-12

Including French and Spanish enrichment, ½ and ¼ high school credit classes in math, English, history and health, and tutoring in all subjects/grade levels.

Driver Education Financial aid and payment plans available for all programs.

Register online through http://www.mph.net/community-programs/summer-programs

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‘Home Run’ tells of struggles at home and at the plate not only has to go over the fence, but land in a bathtub and stay there, with the prize a house built by the sponsors, Qwik-E-Builders.

The kids’ friendship becomes increasingly important as Josh’s parents squabble over custody and child support, and each has his or her own challenge. Benji is dogged by his new coach to get in shape, Jaden wants to win a journalism contest and Josh struggles with a hitting slump as well as the distance and hostility that separate his family.

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Skaneteles resident Tim Green, New York Times bestselling author and former football player, recently released “Home Run,” the fourth installment of his “Baseball Great” series.

In “Home Run,” appropriate for readers aged 10 to 14, Josh struggles at home and at the plate. Buddy and loose cannon Benji is back with more crazy ideas and antics, while Jaden continues her quest for sports journalistic greatness. Josh’s father’s girlfriend, Diane, has faded into the background, and he suddenly wants to pursue his own coaching and recruiting career, dragging Josh with him to Florida from the Syracuse home Josh shares with his mother and baby sister.

When his mother loses her job, Josh becomes fixated on a national Home Run Derby that is open to kids in fall ball who hit 20 home runs. The ball

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Celebrate the bounty provided by our planet

Earth Day eats host a Make-yourown pizza night With this easy crust recipe, all you need is pizza sauce in a jar, mozzarella cheese and veggies of your choice Ingredients .25 ounce package active dry yeast 1 teaspoon white sugar 1 cup warm water 2 1/2 cups flour 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon salt Directions Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a medium bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes. Stir in flour, salt and oil. Beat until smooth. Let rest for 5 minutes. Place dough on a lightly floured surface, pat or roll into a round, then transfer crust to a lightly

greased pizza pan or baker’s peel dusted with cornmeal. Put on desired toppings and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown.

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Ingredients 1 lb. frozen or fresh udon noodles prepared according to package directions 4 cups vegetable broth 2 cloves minced garlic 1 teaspoon minced ginger 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 teaspoons sugar 1 cup sliced red and yellow peppers 1/2 cup sliced carrots 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms Directions Bring broth, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil and sugar to a boil for one minute and reduce heat to a simmer. Add broccoli, carrots, spinach and mushrooms.

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Arugula and pear salad Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 6 cups baby arugula leaves 2 pears, thinly sliced 1/4 each walnuts and gorgonzola Directions 1. Combine first five ingredients; stir. Add arugula and pears to bowl; toss to coat. Add goronzola and sprinkle each serving with one tablespoon walnuts.

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Local Cars.

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Earth Day eats

from the editor Not all summer camps are created equal.

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Search for Cars in Your AREA.

Send them packing Tips for the first time summer camp parent Event for tween and teen girls held in Cicero April 9

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from the editor

Not all summer camps are created equal

Each spring, I ask my children whether or not they’d like to go to camp. The last few years, the answer was a clear “yes!”

My son and daughter have both gone to a local overnight camp with friends. The first year, I obsessed, worried and, probably, over-packed for them. The next year I worried and packed less, and the sense of excitement my kids felt was heightened because they knew what to expect.

Last year, my daughter opted out of the camp they’d attended in the past and decided to go to a cheerleading camp instead. A week at that camp was more than twice the cost of the other camp and it was in another state, but I figured it was worth it because she loves cheerleading and would probably learn a lot from the experience.

So, early in the morning on the day after the Fourth of July, I set out with my daughter, her friend and her friend’s mother, who also happens to be a good friend of mine. Four hours later, we arrived at the camp, went through the checking-in process, helped the girls unpack and then set off on our way, to another camp.

My son, you see, was also going to camp that week, and my husband was dropping him off, so I wanted to stop by in case he needed anything and to help settle him into his cabin. That’s right, although he’d been a few times before and I’m a veteran of this process, I still have issues with letting go (see related story, in this issue.)

There were a few differences, besides the cheer aspect, in the two camps.

At my son’s camp, there are no cell phones allowed, and the only contact parents have with the kids is through the mail or by sending an email to a general account that will be then printed out and given to the camper during mail call. Activities include archery, hiking, kayaking, sailing, sports such as basketball and, of course, swimming. The kids all eat together at a specific time and they eat what is on the menu. In the cabin they are allowed to eat whatever snacks we pack for them.

At the cheer camp, cell phones are allowed, and parents can contact the kids whenever they like, as long as they aren’t in a lesson or activity that prohibits cell phone use. It seemed, however, that the only time my daughter called was when she wanted more money in her camper’s account so that she could buy frozen coffees and tchochke from the gift shop. Activities centered around cheerleading, including tumbling and stunting, although there was a pool there and my daughter showed me video of a long slip-n-slide that had been set up, so I suppose there were other activities.

As for the food, let’s just say that when I picked my daughter up and asked her what her favorite part of camp was, she stated unequivocally, “the quesadilla bar,” so that should give you an indication of how different mealtime there was from that at my son’s camp.

I’m not sure that she will be returning to that particular camp this year, but my son has already said he plans to attend, for the fourth year in a row, our local favorite, even without an all-you-can-eat Mexican food option.

All joking aside, I don’t regret, even for one minute, the money, or drive time, spent these past summers in order to Jennifer Wing have my children attend camp. I know they are having a Editor great time, learning new things and making friends and memories. Isn’t that what camp, and childhood, should be all about?

Jennifer Wing can be reached at jwing@eaglenewsonline.com.

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Send them packing A sample list of what your camper should bring

Your child is off to camp – so make sure they are prepared! Remember, different camps have different policies when it comes to items such as cell phones, snacks and the like, so make sure to see what is not allowed at the camp.

This list is only a sample, and should be tailored to the type of camp your kid is attending. For instance, if it is a soccer camp, you obviously want to make sure to pack a soccer ball, cleats and shin guards, or if it’s a camp on a lake you’ll want to have them pack extra swim gear and beach towels.

Here are the things you and your child will need to pack for a typical summer camp:

Essentials/toiletries Glasses/contacts and cleaning solution Prescription medication Sunglasses Goggles for swimming Shower organizer with travel size shampoo, conditioner and soap Comb or brush Deodorant Feminine hygiene products Bug repellant Lip balm Nail clippers Sunblock Tissues Toothbrush, toothbrush container, and toothpaste

Clothing Hat Light jacket Jeans Raingear or umbrella Shorts Sweatshirt Swimsuit T-shirts Underwear (and bras if female) Sweat pants or warm up pants Pajamas Boots Cleats (if a sports camp) Flip flops Sneakers Socks

Tech items Cell phone and charger Camera Flashlight and spare batteries

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Fri–Sun, March 30-April 3

Salt City Cluster Spring Dog Show

Empire Expo Center, NYS Fairgrounds, Syracuse; raudogshows.com.

Annual all breed shows at the Tractor Supply Company Exhibit Center and agility, obedience and rally trials at the Science & Industry Building.

Numerous vendors with all types of dog related items.

Syracuse; syracuse-motorama.com.

The Syracuse Motorama Inc. is a static display of hot rods, street rods, muscle cars, antique cars and trucks, customs, sport compacts, old school and rat rods among many other vehicles of interest, along with vendors.

Maple Syrup Celebration

Syracuse Crunch vs. Toronto Marlies

7 p.m., Friday – vs. Toronto Marlies; Saturday – vs. Rochester Americans, The Oncenter War Memorial Arena, 515 Montgomery St., Syracuse; ticket prices vary; syracusecrunch.com.

9 a.m.-3 p.m., Critz Farms, 3232 Rippleton Road, Cazenovia; critzfarms.com.

Take a wagon ride to the sugarbush to see how they collect the sap and visit the sugar house to learn how they turn sap into syrup.

Free samples of a variety of maple treats. Free admission. Breakfast buffet offered 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Charges apply for breakfast. Critz Farms Brewing and Cider Co. Tasting Room open.

Playgrounds also open.

Saturday, April 2

Sunday, April 3

Friday-Saturday, April 1-2

SU Mens Lacrosse vs. Notre Dame.

Time TBD, Carrier Dome, Syracuse; cuse.com.

Craft Fair

9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sacred Heart Church, 8229 Main St., Cicero.

Family Train Day

10 a.m.-1 p.m., Driver’s Village, the Commons, Circle Drive, Cicero.

A program designed for families with small children. Multiple trains running on the large indoor layout as well as loops on the floor and a children’s play area. Trains of all kinds including Thomas the Tank Engine. Free.

Saturday–Sunday, April 2-3 Syracuse Motorama

10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday, Empire Expo Center, NYS Fairgrounds,

Syracuse Chorale presents “Brought to You by the Letter B”

4–6 p.m., Dewitt Community Church, 3600 Erie Blvd E., Dewitt; syracusechorale.org.

The concert showcases music by “B” composers who represent the full gamut of the Western canon and beyond. Admission: $12-15.

Symphoria presents Casual: Copland & Stravinsky

2:30–4 p.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral, 310 Montgomery St., Syracuse; experiencesymphoria.org.

Explore two 20th century giants with two works that are more intimately sized , including Appalachian Spring. Ticket prices vary.

Wed-Sun, April 6-17

2 and 8 p.m. Saturday; 1 and 6:30 p.m.

Sunday; Landmark Theater, 362 S. Salina St., Syracuse; nacentertainment.com.

Cameron Mackintosh’s spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA will come to Syracuse as part of a brand new North American Tour. Presented as part of the Famous Artists Broadway Theater Series.

Wed–Sun, April 6-24 The Christians”

Syracuse Stage, 820 East Genesee St., Syracuse; Showtimesand ticket prices vary, visit syracusestage.org.

Pastor Paul is much-loved and much-respected, but he has a difficult sermon to deliver. What will be the impact of his words on his loyal congregation? What consequences for his family? For himself? Playwright-to-watch Lucas Hnath invites people of all faiths and beliefs, to engage in a conversation about the seemingly insurmountable distance between us. Set in a contemporary mega-church and performed as Sunday service with sermons, scripture, and a full choir, The Christians has quickly become one of the most talked about new plays in the country.

Thursday, April 7 Prime Rib Buffet

6 p.m., Highland Forest, 1254 Highland Park Raod, Fabius;677-3303.

Enjoy a delicious Prime Rib Buffet, and a spectacular view from Skyline Lodge.

Reservations recommended.Cost: $17.95; $8.95 ages 5-11; under 5 free.

“Phantom of the Opera”

7:30 p.m. Tuesday – Thursday; 8 p.m. Friday;

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Syracuse Chiefs Opening Day

2:05 p.m., NBT Bank Stadium, 1 Tex Simone Drive, Syracuse; milb.com.

The Syracuse Chiefs take on the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs on opening day, then play them at 6:35 p.m. Friday, April 8 and 1:05 p.m. both Saturday and, April 9 and 10. Ticket prices vary.

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11 a.m.-noon, Open Hand Theater, 518 Prospect Ave., Syracuse; openhandtheater.org.

Carnaval del Mundo is riveting from the first bright peel of the heralds’ trumpets to the sweetly comical romp of puppies who tumble out into the audience at the end. Part of Open Hand Theater’s World of Puppets series. Tickets: $10 adults, $6 children.

Winter Farmer’s Market

10 a.m.–1p.m., Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Rd, Marcellus; baltimorewoods.org.

Visitors to the market will enjoy a diverse mix of local farm and artisanal food products from top regional producers. Indoors with free parking.

Saturdays, April 9,16,23 Go Fish: Public Fishing

9:30–11:30 a.m., Carpenters Brook Fish Hatchery1672 Route 321, Elbridge; 689-9367.

Advance registration required. Open public fishing for families, individuals and small groups.

Bait, rods and reels provided and volunteers will be on site to help beginners. If bringing own bait, please note that treble hooks and minnows are not allowed. Fishing license is not required.

Sunday, April 10 Collectorsfest 2016

10 a.m.–4 p.m., Empire Expo Center, NYS Fairgrounds, Syracuse; cnypromotions.com.

Featuring sports memorabilia, racing and vintage toys. Dozens of vendors both buying and selling. Admission is $4.

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Mon-Wed, April 11-13 Syracuse Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bisons

6:35 p.m. each evening, NBT Bank Stadium, 1 Tex Simone Drive, Syracuse; Ticket prices vary; milb.com.

Friday, April 15

Star Party: Mercury Rising!

6–9 p.m., Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Rd, Marcellus; baltimorewoods. org.

This will be the best chance to see the planet Mercury, as it will be as high in the western sky after sunset as it ever gets. Jupiter will be visible, plus a bright moon. While the moon will blot out faint objects, this will be a great night to view the planets! Back-up date April 16. Pre-register online or pay cash at the door. $6 for members, $9 for nonmembers.

Saturday, April 16 SU men’s lacrosse vs. North Carolina

4 p.m., Carrier Dome, Syracuse; cuse.com.

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Syracuse Crunch vs. Utica Comets

7 p.m., The OnCenter War Memorial Arena, 515 Montgomery St., Syracuse; ticket prices vary, syracusecrunch.com.

Party for the Planet

10 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Rosamond Gifford Zoo, 1 Conservation Place, Syracuse.

Join the zoo in celebrating the Earth! Learn about the zoo’s efforts to protect wildlife and the environment and see how you and your family can make a difference, too! Enjoy endangered animal demonstrations and keeper talks and more.Free with Zoo admission

Springtime 10k Run

8 a.m., Jamesville Beach Park; cnyspringtime10k.com.

10k competitive road running race along Apulia, Ransom and Palladino Roads with start and finish inside Jamesville Beach Park.

National Water Dance

4 p.m., Erie Canal Museum, 318 Erie Blvd. E., Syracuse; eriecanalmuseum.org.

Choreographer Ruth Arena and dancers from The Ballet and Dance Center and Le Moyne College will present a dance designed to bring attention to water-related social and

environmental issues. The performance will engage the public in examining the Erie Canal’s connection to Onondaga Lake, the historical ebbs and flows of people and commerce made possible by the abundance of water in our region and related themes. This is part of an event taking place at the same time all over the country. Free.

Sunday, April 17 Free concert

2 p.m., Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St.; 457-0310, lpl.org.

The Tony Joseph Swingtet performs. Admission is free.

SU Brass Ensemble Concert

3 p.m., United Church of Fayetteville, 310 East Genesee St., Fayetteville; 637-3186.

The SU Brass Ensemble, led by director James T. Spencer, will present a spring concert.

Selections will include classical favorites, themes from film and opera and more. Free.

Wednesday, April 20

SU mens lacrosse vs. Binghamton 7 p.m., Carrier Dome, Syracuse; cuse.com.

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June Tumble Clinic: Open to all! Starts June 21st preschool/kinder dance, ballet, tap, jazz, acrobatics, lyrical/contemporary Our 20th annual recital will be held on Saturday June 4th at Liverpool High School!

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Summer Camps, Birthday Parties, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Boot Camps

St. Margaret’s Summer Camp 2016 Join us for a summer you will never forget!

Earth & Sea Rangers

Daily Activities include weekly themed activities, sports, outdoor games, arts-n-crafts, swimming and more! Campers will also go on weekly field trips.

Week #4 July 18-July 22

Week #1 June 28-July 1

Week #5 July 25-July 29

Week #2 July 5-July 8

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Going Green

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Summer Camp Hours: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Free Extended Hours: 7:00-9:00AM & 3:00-5:00PM Breakfast, Lunch and Snack included in fee $40.00 Registration Fee Due with Registration Papers

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Saturday, April 23 Earth Day Celebration

1–4 p.m., Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus; baltimorewoods.org.

Come on out to Baltimore Woods for a fun and educational event including info booths on home energy, recycling, crafts, guided nature walks, live animal shows, and a special live performance of Dr. Seuss’s “The Lorax.” Free .

Symphoria presents Kids-Symphonic Safari

10:30 a.m., Inspiration Hall, 709 James St., Syracuse; experiencesymphoria.org.

With Lawrence Loh, conductor, cartoonist Joe Wos joins us for this entertaining performance with live drawings of animals and music that was inspired by them. Ticket prices vary.

Sat-Sun, April 23-24

Weekend Wildflower Walk

4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus; baltimorewoods.org.

The center’s premier woodland wildflower garden is a local treasure. Join caretaker Audrey Loewer for a walk through one of the wonders of spring. The garden is handicap accessible; please call ahead if you need assistance. Donations appreciated.

Sunday, April 24

Schola Cantorum of Syracuse presents: Madrigalia

4:30 p.m., Pebble Hill Presbyterian Church, 5299 Jamesville Road, Dewitt; scholacantorumofsyracuse.org.

Featuring the voluminous repertoire of the Italian Madrigal from it’s first flowering in the early 16th century,in the works of Arcadelt and Festa through it’s zenith in the 17th century dramatic works of Monteverdi and Gesualdo.

Other composers along the way include Willaert, Rore, Luzzaschi, de Wert and Marenzio.

Admission: $15; senior/student $10.

Monday-Friday, April 25-29 Spring Break Day Camp Storybook Adventures!

9 a.m.–4 p.m., Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus; baltimorewoods.org.

It’s spring break! Spend a day, or five, exploring the wonders of Baltimore Woods! Each day, enter fabulous worlds of classic storybooks, playing games and finding adventure at every turn. $45/child/day. Register online; Before and after care are available. Monday - Alice in Wonderland – Mad Tea Party, Human Chess, and the search for the white rabbit! Tuesday – Little Red Riding Hood – Race against time to find all the cookies and get them to Granny before the Big Bad Wolf gets there first! Wednesday – Peter Pan – Get trained as a Lost Boy, or a Pirate, then choose sides for the epic battle to save Tigerlily!

Thursday – Thumbelina – Scour the forest to find Thumbelina (and while you’re at it, why not do the Great Log Roll-off?!) Friday – Robin Hood – Learn all the skills you need to join Robin Hood in his mission to help the poor and defeat greedy Prince John!

2–3 p.m., Baltimore Woods Nature Center,

SUMMER PONY CAMP • 1/2 hr. Daily Private Lesson

with Professional Canterbury Trainer • Learn about Horse Care • Fun Arts and Crafts • Class is limited to Six Students

Pony Camp

9 a.m.–1 p.m., Tuesday–Friday, Weeks of July & August Develop your child’s horse riding skills through daily riding and instruction. We provide week-long camps from July through August for children ages 6 and older. Weekly horse topics and fun crafts in our separate classroom built in 2012.

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By Jennifer Wing

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Are you a first timer when it comes to sending your kids off to summer camp? Sure, it’s a new experience for them, but it, most likely is a

new (and, perhaps, equally heartwrenching) experience for you as well.

Here are a few tips to help you make it a smooth transition for both you and your child.

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Help your kids prepare Talk about camp Get them excited by talking about what the camp offers.

Take the time to visit the camp’s website. Most camps have photo galleries showing children engaged in activities.

Make sure to let them know that it’s ok, even normal, to be nervous about going somewhere new, but that all of the campers will be experiencing the same emotions as them and will be looking to make friends. If you went to camp as a child, talk about your time there and share stories of the fun you had.

Send a letter or two a few days before they leave Having your child get a letter during the first mail delivery at the camp can help with that early homesickness and let them know you are thinking of them. If the camp allows you to send a package with treats in it, that can also help them with any nervousness they might be experiencing.

Encourage them to write to you If the camp has outgoing mail (some do, some don’t) pack stationary, a pen and stamps so that they have that option. Be sure to let them know, however, that if they are having such a good time and are so busy with activities, it is not necessary to write each day, or at all.

Include them in the packing process Most camps provide a suggested pack list. Bring them on a shopping expedition to help fulfill that list.

Let them have input on what they are bringing. A favorite T-shirt or lucky pair of socks can go a long way to easing them into going while being a comfort when they are there.

Help yourself prepare, and know you...

Will feel sad on some level Your baby is growing up, and

although that is a good thing, it’s not unusual to feel some sadness to know they don’t need you the way they once did. The boundaries of their world are expanding to include a supervised, overnight camp without you tucking them in at night or making sure they brush their teeth and clean their plate.

Many camps don’t allow phone calls or other contact with the campers except for in an emergency.

Check to see what your camp’s policy is, and make sure both you and your camper are ok with it.

Will be nervous and worried at times Separation anxiety is nothing to be ashamed about. It’s hard letting go – especially if the camp is far, maybe even hours away, from you.

Writing letters to them each day can help to allay that anxiety. Keeping busy with work and other activities while your child is gone can also help.

Adhering to the camp list is a must in order to maintain your peace of mind. Most likely the list will be allencompasing, but if there are special needs your child has (such as daily medication, etc.) coordinate them with staff, both in writing and when you arrive, in order to make for a smooth camp stay.

Remember, these counselors are trained for emergencies, so your kids are in good hands. Many of the staff are probably former campers themselves, and therefore know the ins, outs and possible pitfalls of camp living.

Will be (a little bit) happy they are going Your child is growing, learning new things and gaining new experiences. Camp is something many children look back on fondly as they grow older. They are meeting new friends and making memories to last a lifetime, and you should be glad about that.

And, while they are gone, don’t feel guilty about taking a little “me” time when your child is away. You’ve earned it!

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Event for tween and teen girls held in Cicero April 9 obstacles in our culture,” said Becca.

“Peer pressure alone brings an onslaught of identity crisis, self-hatred, depression and loneliness. Add in the fatherless factor, which nearly one-third of kids in the U.S. live with, and you have a desperate generation of girls in need of love.”

“So at the events, we will spend time speaking from the book and performing songs from our new recording,” said Elissa. “We’ll break through peer pressure, common lies they believe, answer their questions and reveal to them their true identity as daughters of God… each song, every word and all that we do is to point them to Jesus.”

Tickets for the event are $10. For more information visit nsbconline.org/events.

For more information on The Sonflowerz visit sonflowerz.com.

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Nicholson known for their worshipful and inspiring pop songs, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. April 9 at The Gathering Place at North Syracuse Baptist Church, 420 S. Main St., North Syracuse. The event is also perfect for others in the lives of teen and tween girls, including grandmothers, sisters, aunts, cousins, neighbors, teachers and mentors.

Last year The Sonflowerz launched a six-song EP “Love Walked In” and released a 30-day devotional book, Submitted photo “Made To Shine,” which was inspired The Sonflowerz by conversations with young girls and named after a song written for a victim ‘Made to Shine’ event features of bullying. The duo has now embarked nationally-acclaimed sister duo on a ministry-focused tour of “Made to The Sonflowerz Shine” events for girls ages 10-18.

A program for mothers and daughters For The Sonflowerz, writing songs is 8 years old and up will feature The just the beginning.

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Return of the house call customers is a big compliment and can be attributed to a combination of convenience and customer service.

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Bringing quality urgent care to someone’s home makes sense. Where would you rather be when you aren’t feeling well – an urgent care waiting room or your own living room?”

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Common antibiotics for pneumonia and other infections are provided so that patients can get their first dose as soon as possible. Using special equipment, Upstate at Home can stop nose bleeds, drain abscesses, and fix lacerations.

Upstate at Home sees patients living in Fayetteville, Manlius, Minoa, DeWitt, Northern Jamesville, parts of East Syracuse, and Western Madison County including the villages of Chittenango and Cazenovia. Upstate at Home is open Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.. For an appointment, call 464-4646.

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When Kristen’s daughter cut herself in a sledding accident, she knew exactly who to call: Upstate at Home. Upstate at Home is an urgent care service that goes right to your house that is run by Dr. Christian Knutsen. “I'm so very grateful for this service. After my daughter had a sledding accident, Dr. Knutsen came out to look over my girl and glue her back together. I can't say enough positive things. My daughter felt very at ease in the comfort of our own home.”

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With a focus on keeping patients out of the hospital, Dr. Knutsen sees a wide variety of patients including seniors, busy parents, and children with complex after school schedules.

Dr. Knutsen believes having repeat

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Weekly Sessions from July 5 - August 26, 2016

Daily nutritious lunches & healthy snacks in our outdoor pavilion

Green Lakes Music Together Fun filled music and movement classes for infants through age 7, together with the adults who love them.

Offering Babies classes, Mixed-Age classes, and Big Kids classes!

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For Children 18 months - 13 years

Nurture your child’s inner musician ... and yours too!

Locations in Syracuse, Dewitt, Clay, Camillus, Fayetteville, Skaneateles & Auburn • Horses • Full Acre Sports Field • Music led by our own “Mr. Songflower” • Red Cross Swim Lessons taught by certified WSI/Red Cross Instructors • Sports • Nature Study • Lakefront Swim Lessons for Older Campers • Swimming in our own on-site heated in-ground pool • State of the art playground • All groups are led by certified teachers • Recreational outdoor activities • Weekly special events • Extended hours & breakfast available • Four supervised, exciting optional overnights throughout the summer for grades one through seven • And much more

Call 446-1017 for a free sample class!

Visit greenlakesmusictogether.com for more information.

531 E. Genesee Street, Fayetteville, New York 13066 Email: ceds1@verizon.net

C.E.D.S. is accredited by the NYS Education Department and licensed by NYSOCFS Our Summer Day Camp Program is licensed by Onondaga County.

School year program runs September - June for 18 mo. - Kindergarten, Before and After School Programs: Kindergarten through Fourth Grade

For more information/tour call

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