Staten Island Parent April 2014

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Are you befuddled by the mere mention of the controversial phrase, Common Core Standards? Staten Island educator, Marianna Randazzo, clears up some key questions concerning the instructional shift to promote the new standards.

COVER STORY Common Core Conundrum

Read more on page 54

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ARTICLES 28 Set Your Child on a Healthier Path This Spring Motivate your child by becoming a positive role model

30 Cracking Egg Myths in Time for Easter The truth behind this popular tradition

32 History of Passover Celebrations Facts and traditions of this ancient feast

36 Six Tips for Going Green– One Baby Step at a Time

CONTESTS & CLUBS

34 Good Sports

4 Britax Carseat Giveaway

by Joe LoVerde

69 smarTrike Giveaway

44 Growing Up Online

71 Hidden Cake Contest

by Carolyn Jabs

99 Birthday Club

52 Parent & Child Time

by Ann Clinton

62 Dear Teacher

by Peggy Gisler & Marge Eberts

Simple ways to start the “greening” process

MOM TO MOM

66 Ask the Doctor

40 Fertility Myths Debunking common misconceptions about conception

48 New Rules for Latch Systems and Bigger Kids The LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system’s new recommendation

58 Helping Children Manage Frustration Strategies to guide your child to constructively handle this emotion

by Teresa Lemma, MD, RUMC

72 Gigi’s World

by Gigi & Gina LaGuardia-Schrecker

SPECIAL SECTION 68 OMG...I’m a Mom!

FAMILY NEEDS

S. I. LIVING 20 Community & School News 69 Birth Announcements 74 Family Calendar

56 It’s In The Cards 100 Party Services 102 Family Classifieds

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LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER Dear Readers, Staten Island Chuck was right once again! Winter held her icy grip till the bitter end, which only makes celebrating Spring so much more delightful. March did give us more light at the end of the day, putting a smile on many of our faces. I am personally basking in the thought of leaving the house wearing a light jacket or sweater. Yes, for me it is often the simple things in our lives that make me happy. In her column this month, Gigi has her own thoughts about the warm weather. What about you? What is it about the springtime that lifts your spirits? If spending more time outdoors is on your list, we can help. Be sure to check our calendar of events for fun and interesting ideas. For your added convenience, we update our online calendar as new events are planned, so you can pop on your smartphone, tablet, or computer anytime!

For many parents, Common Core has been as challenging as our winter weather! In Marianna Randazzo's article, Common Core Conundrum, she explains the goals and ideas behind the new standards. (There are additional tips on helping your child on our website.) In our Staten Island community, the topic of Common Core brings about as many opinions as the New York Wheel in St. George! Join us on our Facebook page to discuss and share opinions, ideas, and thoughts about these and many more hot topics. We are happy that you really "like" our page because with our steadily growing audience, so many more parents are benefiting by interacting with our network of Staten Island parents. We are all in this world of parenting together, you know! Let’s share our knowledge.

Are you looking for ways to "green-up" this Earth Day? Read Six Tips for Going Green – One Baby Step at a Time for simple ways to start the transformation. Talk to your family and see which ones you can adapt, or come up with some of your own ideas and share them with us on our Facebook page.

April is a busy month for many of us celebrating holidays. Whether it is a Passover celebration or Easter service, it is a time for families to gather with loved ones and honor what is often part of a longstanding family tradition. On behalf of our Staten Island Parent team, we wish you a happy holiday.

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S.I. LIVING Community & School News

A guide to community events

April is a time to get up and enjoy the outdoors. Spring is well under way, which means we get to enjoy longer days and warmer weather. Earth Day is April 22 so it's also a time to celebrate the environment. Why not volunteer at one of our many parks or plant a tree in your own backyard? Please visit our newly-designed website often for additions and updates on what's happening on Staten Island. SIParent.com will keep you in the loop!

Important March School Dates April 1-3: NYS English Language Arts (ELA) Exams Thursday, April 10: Pre-kindergarten Non-Attendance Day Monday, April 14 – Tuesday, April 22: Spring Recess (public schools closed) Thursday, April 17 - Friday, April 25: Easter Recess (Catholic schools closed) Friday, April 18: Gifted and Talented Application Deadline Wednesday, April 23: Pre-K Application Deadline April 30 - May 2: NYS Mathematics Exams

child? Would you like the opportunity to meet with experts to discuss issues facing those with special needs? If you answered “yes” to any these questions, you should attend this year’s Annual Special Needs Fair. This year’s fair, sponsored by Senator Andrew Lanza, will be held Friday, April 4 at the JCC from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

This year’s fair hopes to have all the information parents of children with special needs are looking for. Experts will be on hand to discuss city and state programs designed for people with special needs and health and educational services. There will also be panel discussions, workshops, and free handouts and giveaways.

Senator Lanza’s Annual Special Needs Fair

Are you the parent of a child with special needs? Would you like to find out more information about health and educational services on the Island provided for you and your

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Representing the colors of the rainbow are: Luke Soranno (red); Chloe Labrado (orange); Nicolette Slavin (yellow); Jupiter Tourangeau (green); Louis Giardina (blue); Jenny Akhrass (blue); John Elefterakis (purple); Giovanna Locicero (purple)

Rainbow Day at St. Joseph Hill Academy

In conjunction with celebrating the letter R, students in PreK 3 and 4 classes at St. Joseph Hill Academy learned all about Rainbows in a fun way. Each class wore different color shirts, making a "human rainbow." They also

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S.I. LIVING Community & School News made a rainbow fruit salad for all of the children to share during their “Rainbow Day.” What a great way to brighten up the day!

YEA! Investor Panel

It’s Shark Tank for High School Students. YEA! (Young Entrepreneurs Academy) is a program designed to guide teens through the launch of a real business. The YEA! Investor Panel will be held on Thursday, April 3 at Staten Island Technical High School. There will be 13 YEA! students all from local public high schools, with the exception of three, attending the Panel to present their businesses to local entrepreneurs. The entrepreneurs will then determine which business they would like to invest in.

YMCA Dine ‘N Dance

Staten Island YMCA’s annual Dine ‘N Dance was held on Friday, March 7 at the Hilton Garden Inn. Twelve local educators who went above and beyond to help their students succeed were honored at the dinner. We’d like to take the time to congratulate all twelve of the Heroes of Youth Development: Mary Petrone and Charlotte Katz of PS 19; Melissa Donath and Jan Shperling of PS 22; Melissa Garofalo and Irene Piazza of PS 35; Tracey Wright and Maria Lagoudis of PS 39; Joseph Miller and Ciara Fazio of PS 44; and Sandra Harrell and Stefanie DeFeo of PS 57.

Summer Youth Employment Program

Staten Island teens and young adults looking for summer jobs can apply through the city’s Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). Qualified youths, ages 14 to 24, will be placed in paid summer jobs at approximately 300 different local work sites. SYEP also provides workshops on job readiness, career exploration, financial literacy, and opportunities to continue education and social growth. Visit our site for a link to the application. The application deadline will be May 1.

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Community & School News Staten Island Fleet Week

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It’s back! After being canceled due to budget cuts last year, Staten Island’s Fleet Week will be returning this Memorial Day Weekend. Military ships will be docking at Stapleton Homeport on Wednesday, May 21 and departing on Tuesday, May 27.

During this week, visitors will have the chance to take tours of the ship free of charge. While anyone is welcome, Fleet Week organizers make an effort to make the tours extra special for little ones attending. There are special school tours being held Thursday and Friday and from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday there will be tours held for Girls Scouts and Boy Scouts.

All members of the Staten Island Fleet Week board and staff are volunteers and they are always looking for new volunteers to help out. Among the tasks volunteers are needed to help with are to cook and serve meals and assist with school tours. Staten Island Fleet Week is also asking local restaurants and organizations to donate meals and come down and serve them. Visit our site for a link to Staten Island Fleet Week’s web site for upto-date news on events and information on how to volunteer.

St. George Day Festival

The St. George Day, Earth Day & Arts Festival Celebrating Community is the Island's largest Earth Day celebration.

Held in Tompkinsville Park and open to the public, the event will be held on Saturday, April 26 from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. rain or shine. The festival will have a designated Earth Day Zone, which will be a place for anyone to stop by and celebrate the environment.

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Some of the activities in the zone will include a Transportation Alternative Workshop, where a committee will present viewers with transportation alternatives to vehicles on the Island; a free tree giveaway; a free bike repair station; and GrowNYC's recycling relay race, where teams will be invited to pick

Richmondtown Soccer Club is growing stronger every year.

Over 400 children, from ages 3 to 14, think it's the place to be to learn the game of Soccer. Richmondtown Soccer is dedicated to teaching kids about the world's most popular game, with an emphasis on good sportsmanship. Boys and girls from Pre-School to High School play with Richmondtown.

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Our Youth Development Academy is for children ages 3 & 4 years old. It's a perfect way to introduce your child to the game of soccer and also other children their own age.

Join us on Saturday mornings at Miller Field where boys and girls learn the sport from the beginning.

YOUTH TEAM REGISTRATION OPEN Our youth teams ages 5 - 14 are always looking for new players.

Our experienced licensed coaches make learning the game fun and enjoyable.

Go to www.richmondtownsoccer.com to register your child for a great learning experience • 917-860-2180

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Community & School News up trash strewn about the street and race to put it in the appropriate receptacle.

Other family-friendly activities at the festival are giant puppets, music and dancing, a designated Kid Zone, a Dragon parade, and so much more! Visit our Calendar of Events for more information on the St. George Day Festival.

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If you are, then grab a partner and join the High Rock Challenge Adventure Race on Saturday, April 26. Held in memory of NYPD Officer John Kelly, this event pairs contestants in two-member teams which must run together at all times and compete in mystery mystery events, located throughout the approximately 10-K course. A solo 5K option will be held the next day–Sunday, April 27.

Volunteers are also needed to help out with the event. If you are interested, register at www.sigreenbelt.org.

Proceeds from the High Rock Challenge help support Greenbelt trail maintenance and environmental education programs.

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FITNESS

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SET YOUR CHILD ON A HEALTHIER PATH THIS SPRING

t’s important for people of all ages to stay active, including our youth. With all the gadgets and gizmos that consume daily life, along with school work, two-working parent households, or a belief that he or she just isn’t good at sports, it may be hard to motivate your child to get up and get moving.

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But according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, if kids don’t start developing healthy habits at an early age, they may never start.

Today, more than one-third of kids in the United States are overweight and obese. Children and adolescents who are obese are more likely to become obese adults and are more at risk for adult health problems such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes and stroke, among other disorders.

PARTICIPATION IN ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES CAN PROVIDE NUMEROUS BENEFITS FOR CHILDREN.

Aside from physical health, participation in athletic activities can help with emotional health as well, something I’ve seen firsthand in my career in youth sports over the years. Kids who participate in team sports or group activities develop social skills, learn about leadership, teamwork and sportsmanship, gain selfesteem, and seem to have a positive outlook on life.

But choosing the right activities for a child can be a difficult task, and if you don’t place him or her in the right activity, your child can become bored or frustrated. Have them test out different activities that are age-appropriate, whether it’s baseball, soccer, swimming, dance, gymnastics, karate or any other of a slew of programs available to children on Staten Island. See what they enjoy and what sticks, and encourage them to keep moving forward. Parents can have more influence over their kids – even if they are already teenagers – than one may think.

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Even during the summer months, sending a child to summer camp can have a positive effect on their overall health and wellbeing. Camp is typically a place where friendships are made, and a variety of activities are tested on a daily basis, so your child can try new things and gain new skills. You don’t want good habits learned throughout the year to be tossed out during summer when kids are at home and away from school activities that keep them moving.

And parents, don’t forget that children tend to mirror your behaviors, and being a positive role model is just as important as signing them up for the activities. Physical health is a year-round endeavor and often takes participation of the whole family, not just the child or individual. But it’s definitely an endeavor worth taking.

Anthony Navarino is the Youth & Family Director for the Staten Island South Shore YMCA. He has more than 30 years’ experience coaching youth and teen sports on Staten Island.

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EASTER TRADITION

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EGG MYTHS IN TIME FOR EASTER

aster eggs are one of the more popular symbols of the holiday and the centerpiece of many family traditions come Easter Sunday.

Easter eggs symbolize fertility and rebirth to some, but many people associate Easter eggs with youngsters scouring the yard in search of treasure.

Whether Easter eggs are associated with secular or religious beliefs, these colorful staples of Easter Sunday are an integral part of springtime holiday decor and celebrations. Certain misconceptions about Easter eggs have developed over time, and the following are some of the more common myths about Easter eggs that have made the rounds.

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Myth: Easter eggs are safe to eat after your egg hunt is over.

ALTHOUGH MANY MYTHS SURROUND EASTER EGGS, Fact: Hard-boiled eggs THE TRUTH IS JUST WAITING TO BE UNHATCHED. generally remain safe to eat at room temperature for about two shed on the cross. The hard shell of the egg symbolizes the sealed hours. If the temperature outside or indoors is very warm, the eggs Tomb of Christ for many. In A.D. 1610 under Pope Paul V, the should be eaten within one hour. People risk food-borne illnesses if Christian Church officially adopted the Easter egg custom that the they consume Easter eggs that have been left out for several hours eggs symbolize the resurrection. or overnight. It is better to dispose of colored eggs after the annual egg hunt or at least keep hard-boiled eggs refrigerated until the hunt begins.

Myth: It is unsafe to eat all dyed Easter eggs.

Fact: Whether dyed eggs are safe or not depends on the type of dye used. Many kits use vegetable-based dyes that are food-safe.

These same pigments are used in traditional food coloring. Even if the dye has penetrated beneath the shell, it should still be safe for consumption. Kits for blown-out eggs may use dyes that are not food-safe. Also, people who are allergic to certain food dyes might want to avoid eating dyed eggs.

Myth: An Easter egg roll is an American tradition.

Fact: In Germany, England, and other countries, children traditionally rolled eggs down hillsides Looking for fun at Easter. This practice may have initially symbolized the rolling away of the rock from Jesus Christ's tomb before his resurrection.

When European immigrants arrived in North America, they brought these Easter egg traditions with them. One of the more in Staten Island and popular Easter egg rolls of modern day New Jersey? Visit takes place on the White House lawn, where children push an egg through the grass with a www.siparent.com long-handled spoon. Some say this tradition for places you can was established by Dolly Madison in 1814. take the kids.

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Myth: Pastel-colored eggs have long-rooted religious significance.

Fact: An Easter egg hunt is a tradition that originated with pagan spring festivals. But like many pagan practices, Easter egg hunting was eventually adopted by Christians and assigned religious significance. In the Orthodox and Eastern Catholic Churches, Easter eggs are dyed red to represent the blood of Christ

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Myth: A raw egg will stand on end during the spring equinox.

Fact: It is believed that because the sun is equidistant from the south and north poles on the spring equinox, special gravitational forces apply on this day. These forces should make it possible to balance an egg on its end only on this day. However, eggs can be balanced at other times of the year. Perhaps instead of hiding eggs for Easter, families may choose to hold egg-balancing competitions.

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PASSOVER TRADITION

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very year Jewish people celebrate Passover, a commemoration of the liberation of the Jews from slavery under Egyptian leaders.

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Religious texts tell that God helped the children of Israel escape slavery in Egypt with the assistance of Moses and 10 plagues. Israelites were employed as slaves to build new monuments to Egypt's farreaching power. Moses was the adopted brother of the Pharoah at the time. Moses had fled the palace years earlier due to disillusionment over his Egyptian upbringing and his ties to the Israelite slaves.

One evening, Moses was contacted by God speaking through a burning bush that would not be consumed by fire. God called out to Moses and commissioned him to lead the Israelites out of Egypt after hearing their pleas and witnessing their suffering.

PASSOVER CELEBRATIONS CAN BE TRACED BACK TO THE EXODUS OF THE ISRAELITES FROM EGYPT MORE THAN 3,000 YEARS AGO.

Moses asked God to choose another for the mission, but the Lord was adamant. Moses set out to speak to Pharoah, but was unsuccessful in his efforts. It was then that God helped Moses' effort by inflicting the 10 Plagues, also referred to as the Biblical Plagues in the Christian bible. The plagues were designed to contrast the overwhelming power of the Israelite God from the importance of the Egyptian gods.

One of the plagues occurred when God turned the Nile River's water into blood. He also brought on hordes of frogs, lice and flies. God brought pestilence to Egyptian livestock and then boils to Egyptian people. Plagues of hail, locusts, and darkness followed.

When these efforts did not produce the freedom sought by the Israelites, God said he would go through Egypt and all of the firstborn sons of the Egyptians, including Pharoah's own son, would perish.

Moses was informed to tell the Israelites to mark their own doors with lamb's blood so that the Lord would pass over these homes and spare the Israelites' children from harm.

This final plague devastated the Egyptian people and proved so horrific as to warrant the freedom of the Israelite slaves. Pharoah freed them, and Moses led them all on a mass exodus from Egypt.

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Passover, or Pesach, is first mentioned in the Torah's account of the Exodus from Egypt. The word "pesach" is believed to mean "he hovered over, guarding," which is the image evoked by the retelling of the Passover story.

Today there are many Passover traditions that date back to early history. Jewish people may dine on lamb or goat meat in memory of the lambs sacrificed. All forms of leavened bread or leavening agents (chametz) are avoided as the fleeing Israelite slaves had no leavened bread to take with them on their journey. Homes are cleared of all leavening agents. Firstborn sons are commanded to observe the Fast of the Firstborn. Passover seder feasts are enjoyed, and men and women drink four cups of wine during the meal. Homes are made Kosher for the purpose of the holiday, and a separate set of Passover dishes, glassware, and silverware that have never touched chametz are used.

Games, songs and traditional readings are all part of the Passover celebration, which lasts for seven or eight days depending on the area of the world in which it is being observed.

Historically, together with Shavuot and Sukkot, Passover completes the trio of the pilgrimage festivals of the Jewish people.

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SET A GOOD FITNESS EXAMPLE Are you setting a proper fitness example for your child?

If your daughter or son is on her or his cell phone, or surfing the Internet, or watching TV instead of being outside running around, riding a bike or playing something with a ball, you may very well be the reason.

“Kids imitate their parents,” said 30-year-old Frank Salzone, Jr. “If you’re on the phone too much, checking your emails or playing video games, don’t be surprised if they spend their days doing the same thing.

“Technology is moving us forward, but at a cost.”

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With the warm weather coming after our brutal winter, Salzone encourages parents to get outside and engage in fun, physical activities with their children. And the group trainer for Equinox health clubs in Manhattan says formal exercise programs aren’t necessary.

“If parents make an effort to stay healthy, their kids will most likely follow them,” said Salzone, a former baseball and football player at Monsignor Farrell HS. “Do something fun and take your kids with you — walk, jog, throw the football around. Get them to be interested in what you’re doing, and make it something active.”

MAKING THE WORLD BRIGHTER, ONE CHILD AT AT TIME

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So what can you do to help your children get and stay active on a daily basis?

It doesn’t need to be a sport. You can do something as simple as walk. Go to the park, the mall, the zoo, a museum, and do it as a family.

Your kids won’t even realize they are exercising.

Go bicycle riding. You will need to find a safe location, which varies depending on the ages of all involved. But riding a bike is a great way to burn calories and build muscle.

Ice skating is a fun-yet-physical wintertime activity, as swimming is

in the summer. Play catch. Kick a soccer ball back and forth, although you need to be careful. Adults — especially those who’ve never played soccer — sometimes accidentally kick the ball with too much force and can hurt the child. Kick the ball with the inside of your foot and make sure it rolls to the child.

We used to take our youngest to the golf driving range. Even though I don’t play golf, he had an interest and it was a good way to get him moving. And, surprisingly, it burns as many calories as throwing around a Frisbee — which, by the way, is another fun option.

Weather not great? Go bowling. Nice outside? Go to the park and shoot a basketball around.

And while home chores are not thought of as a way to get exercise, getting the kids involved around the house serves a dual purpose: teaching them responsibility and burning calories.

Weeding and raking the garden burn as many calories as playing baseball or softball. And mowing the lawn is as strenuous as skiing or going for a leisurely swim.

In 2012, Salzone placed second in the online reality series Fit or Flop — a show aimed at finding the next fitness star. His program, The Foundation Method, focuses on ways to help people who are overweight or hesitant to become active.

Engaging in any of these activities, says Salzone, will benefit you and your child.

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EARTH DAY

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SIX TIPS FOR GOING GREEN — ONE BABY STEP AT A TIME

arth Day is upon us again. Are you looking for ways to “green up” your life? Perhaps you want to save money? Maybe you have read about chemicals in processed food and want to do better for your children? Green living can enhance the quality of life for your entire family.

And it’s not difficult to do.

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Going “green” not only makes a positive impact on the environment, but can also have a positive impact on your wallet, and your health. Amy Landisman, former editor of the e-magazine Peachy Green says even a small change such as washing your clothes in cold ONCE YOU GO GREEN, YOU’LL BECOME A RECYCLING MACHINE! water rather than hot can save you $60 a year. Landisman Go Paperless. Choosing to receive magazines, bills, further notes: “Of chemicals commonly found in homes, 150 statements, and other notifications electronically saves an have been linked to allergies, birth defects and cancer... For incredible amount of paper. Since communicating electronexample, Tide contains formaldehyde; bleach is a migraine ically cuts costs on the person sending the product, many trigger and has been linked to other neurological problems.” times companies will offer an incentive to go paperless.

Excellent reasons to consider making the home “greener.”

Here are some simple ways to implement a “greener” lifestyle with very little effort.

Recycle. Recycling is the easiest place to get started if you are looking for ways to reduce your footprint on the planet.

Most cities and counties provide recycle bins making it as easy to recycle as it is to throw out trash. Recycling is also an easy habit to teach our children.

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Use cloth napkins. They are fairly inexpensive and very easy to keep up with. I place a stack of them in a basket on our table and we use them each night. If they do not get dirty, re-use the same one several times and toss them in the wash each week. As an added bonus, cloth napkins look fancier than paper when you have guests.

Start a compost pile. Especially if you plant a garden, this is a great way to replenish your soil. You don’t have to spend

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Recyclebank.com recently even started accepting toothbrushes and toothpaste tubes for recycling.

Recycle non-ordinary items such as batteries, light bulbs, printer cartridges, etc. Batteries and light bulbs contain very dangerous elements that leak into the soil and the water supply when they are thrown in the regular garbage, but are not usually accepted by the city or county recycling trucks. However, these items can be recycled and stores such as Best Buy usually have receptacles right at the inside of their stores. Collect up all of these types of items over time and quickly drop them off when you are out running errands.

As “green living” becomes a more popular concept, it is becoming easier to make lifestyle changes and to teach your children how to live in a more ecofriendly fashion. My children take the recyclables out to the bin each evening, and at 5 and 3 they already know how to do it and it will forever be a part of their life.

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FERTILITY MYTHS ctomom, John & Kate Plus Eight, and various other multiple birth stories with alarming statistics often overshadow Advanced Reproductive Technologies that are aiding over 6 million couples in the U.S. building families. Often couples try for years to have a child before they seek help when they could get a basic fertility work-up that would indicate if there is a problem. The myths that prevent couples from seeking help are numerous, but below are some of the more popular misconceptions about Fertility treatments debunked by Dr. Elizabeth Barbieri, a board-certified specialist in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at Oregon Reproductive Medicine.

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Myth: You could get cancer from the treatment.

Fact: This debate is ongoing in the field, but the National Institutes of Health suggests there is no correlation. It finds that overall, ovulation-inducing fertility treatments like Clomid and follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) do not significantly increase a woman's odds of developing breast cancer or other cancers.

Myth: Women are having children later and later – the biological clock isn’t an issue anymore.

Fact: While many of the Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART) do treat women over-40, there are more challenges as we age. Our bodies and reproductive capabilities diminish as we age, making it more challenging to get pregnant.

Many older women are able to create their families through the use of donor eggs rather than their own eggs. A donor egg may be able to correct for the biological clock, but many women may not disclose that this is how they conceived, supporting the misnomer that it is still easy to conceive as we age.

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Myth: My period is always regular so I can’t have an issue with Infertility.

Fact: A regular period is a good sign but does not indicate that you are fertile. There are many issues that

you can have even with a regular period including Endometriosis or a blocked fallopian tube. Also, a regular period will never tell you if there is a male infertility issue that is going undiagnosed.

Myth: I will have twins or triplets if I do IVF. Fact: Twins and triplet pregnancies most often occur after transferring two, three, or more embryos. It is critical to go to a doctor who will be responsible and follow guidelines for limiting the numbers of embryos to transfer. There is published data on www.SART.org which reports the twin rate and triplet rate for every IVF clinic in the United States. Your best research is to ask to speak with other fertility patients for a doctor that uses single embryo transfers.

Even with transferring one embryo, there is a 1% risk that the embryo may split into two, resulting in identical twins.

Myth: If I just keep trying each month, I will eventually get pregnant.

Fact: This is not always true and many couples waste very valuable “fertility time” with trying. Almost 99 percent of fertility issues can be solved with medication or treatment. Trying on your own for more than a year isn’t a good idea, at any age. If you are over 40, seek help after 6 months of trying.

Myth: Our problems are too serious to be treated.

We are meant to be childless even if we don’t want to be.

Fact: Almost all couples who undergo fertility treatment do have their child through many options that are available to couples today. If you want to build a family, there are so many options that can be explored – many options including a variety of medical and surgical interventions, and advanced fertility treatments with donor egg, donor sperm, and donor embryos, so do not resign yourself to a future that you do not want.

Myth: I am too emotional and worried about getting pregnant; if I only could learn to relax, then I will get pregnant.

Fact: Emotions and pregnancy do not go hand-inhand. If you have a medical fertility issue, no amount of relaxing will ever help. It is normal for many women to feel upset and overwhelmed when they are struggling to conceive. Your emotions are not preventing you from getting pregnant.

Myth: I need to eat better and exercise to get pregnant.

Fact: While eating well and exercising are helpful for everyone, these two things do not dictate whether or not you will get pregnant. Obesity, however, can cause issues conceiving and you could require additional medical care if you are trying to get pregnant.

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GROWING UP ONLINE

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Sixty minutes a day. That’s the minimum amount of physical activity recommended for children, 6-17, by the Centers for Disease Control. Some kids meet that goal effortlessly. They can’t wait to walk the dog, belong to a team that practices every afternoon or nag their parents to go on long hikes and bike rides.

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Just the Facts. Eat-And-Move-O-Matic is a very simple app that answers one question: How many minutes of Activity X will burn the calories in Food Y. This colorful app is easy enough for elementary school kids to understand and use. (Free from the App Store) Move for Good. Charity Miles has arranged for up to a million dollars to be donated to good causes—if people use their app to exercise.

Simply download the program, choose a charity, tuck your phone in your pocket and get going. The corporate sponsors kick in a dime for every mile of biking and a quarter for every mile of running. If you exercise together, every phone in the family can donate to a different cause. (Free from the App Store and Google Play) Tangible Rewards. Zamzee is a tiny accelerometer that records motion. When the device, which looks like a flash drive, is clipped onto shoes or slipped into a pocket, your child earns points for any physical activity--sweeping the floor, climbing stairs, jumping rope, dancing, etc.

Plug Zamzee into a USB and kids can see graphic evidence of how active they’ve been. They also earn points that can be donated to charity or used to purchase virtual or real rewards including apps and games. ($29.95 from Zamzee.com) Batting Balls (or Bugs). Ballstrike and Buglylon turn iPads and Windows 8 tablets into something that resembles a Kinect at a fraction of the price. Just set the tablet upright on a flat surface, step back and use your body to pop balls (or smash bugs). The app, which has six levels, tracks calories burned and allows your child to share photos of their best moves. (Free from the App Store and Windows)

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Run for Your Life. Zombies, Run! isn’t for little kids, but teens who want to stay fit may find this immersive app very motivating. The user maps the course they plan to run, and then the program devises a story

about finding supplies for a community besieged by the undead.

Periodically, the app announces that zombies are in the vicinity and their noisy breathing makes most runners pick up the pace. The app includes 33 missions and young people can also incorporate their favorite music. ($3.99 at the App Store and GooglePlay) Walk for the World. The Walk is a better choice for teens (and adults) who don’t care to jog. The game, designed in the UK, starts with the premise that a bomb has exploded in the London underground. The only way to save the world is to carry a package from one end of the British Isles to the other, encountering misadventures along the way. The game is intended to cover three months of walking, long enough for most people to get a good habit established. ($2.99 at the App Store and Google Play) Football Fanatics. NFL Play 60 encourages children to get their 60 minutes of activity by running, turning and jumping over virtual obstacles. Kids control the character in the game by holding a phone or table that detects their movements. As they progress, they collect hearts that make the character invincible from the American Heart Association and coins that buy virtual gear from the NFL. Both organizations cooperated to create the game which gives young football fans a fix without risking a concussion. (Free from the App Store and Google Play) Good Form for Athletes. IronKids was developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics to minimize the risk of injuries in young athletes. The 45-minute workout emphasizes the correct way to do exercises that build strength, balance, and endurance so it’s ideal for teens and pre-teens who want to be in good shape for team tryouts. ($3.99 from the App Store) Peer Encouragement—and Competition. Fitocracy makes it very easy to keep track of a fitness routine, especially repetitive exercises such as weightlifting. Users set goals and earn points by achieving them. More important, Fitocracy taps into the power of social media, making it easy to find other people who enjoy the same kind of workout. Teens can learn from those who are more experienced, exchange encouraging words, and even challenge others to friendly competition. (Basic level free from the App store and Google Play) Of course, sometimes the very best way to get everyone up and moving is to put on the right music. You may already have a playlist of favorites, but if you need some inspiration, check out kidbeatz.com where you can find family friendly hiphop renditions of childhood standards. Buzzle has a list of classic dance tunes suitable for kids (buzzle.com/articles/dance-songs-for-kids.html) and Common Sense Media screens contemporary songs so unexpected lyrics won’t bring your dance party to a screeching halt (commonsensemedia.org/lists/dance-tracks).

By Carolyn Jabs, M.A., who raised three computer savvy kids including one with special needs. She has written Growing Up Online for ten years and is working on a book about constructive responses conflict. Other columns are available at www.growing-up-online.com. @ Copyright, 2014. Carolyn Jabs. All rights reserved.

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or years, the LATCH system standard for vehicles has been the preferred method of safely securing infant and child safety seats into a car. But the LATCH system many parents have grown accustomed to is changing. A new law says it is safer to stop using LATCH with car seats that cater to older, heavier kids.

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The new law was put into effect in the United States in February 2014 and may be adopted elsewhere as time goes on.

Using the car's seat belts may require a refresher course in safety and how to route the belts properly.

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Seat belts will need to be fully extended and "locked" before they can be routed through the safety seat. Drivers are advised to still use the top tether of the LATCH system to further secure the head of the safety seat.

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The April sky was blue and cloudless. The branches of the trees were just beginning to bud and swayed gently in the breeze.

Only Erica and Monica were aware of the beauty of the day. They were outside in the driveway washing Clean Cars their cars of the winter grime. Ryan was off working and and he, too, might have missed the beauty of the day.

Ice Hockey Monica went into the house and said to her two cousins, Philip and Liam, “What are you guys doing? Don’t you want to come out and help Erica and me with washing our cars?” If Monica remembered correctly, last summer the two boys really enjoyed splashing the cars with the hose.

“Can’t do it,” Philip replied.

“We are watching an important hockey game,” Liam advised.

“Maybe when the game is over, we’ll come and help but this is a playoff game and very important to us hockey fans.” Philip added.

Erica had heard the conversation of Monica and Philip and Liam when she went into the house for a drink of water. “Why aren’t you two helping us? Last year you two really had fun washing the car with the hose and shining it dry with the old towels.”

“It is still fun,” Philip advised Erica. “But, today is a playoff game and it is something I wanted to watch.”

“Yeah, and tomorrow when the kids at school talk about the game, I can join in the conversation,” Liam explained.

Erica laughed and said, “Okay, I understand. Didn’t I sit with Eric at the hockey game at Yankee Stadium in freezing January weather? I still can’t see hockey in warm weather. I think it should always be played in freezing cold weather.”

It was Liam’s turn to laugh. “Well, the weather may be warmer but in Madison Square Garden it is cold at the hockey games.”

Monica wanted to know how many playoff games had to be played.

“It’s the best of seven series,” Philip told her.

“Well, I’m going back outside to finish washing my car. I’m keeping one small spot dirty so you two can clean it after the hockey game is over,” Monica stated.

Just as she was walking out the door, Liam and Philip yelled in unison, “SCORE!” Erica looked at Monica and said, “With that much enthusiasm, I guess we can’t expect Liam and Philip to give up the game to be outdoors with us, even if it is a beautiful day.”

Outside again, Monica and Erica resumed cleaning their cars. It was while they were busy with their cars that Ryan came up the driveway. He asked, “Can anybody get their car washed here? Or, is it just for the car owners who live in this house?”

Monica was just finishing her car and she said to Ryan, “You can use our hose but the labor will be all yours. I am finished with car washing for today.”

Erica, who had been on the other side of her car, away from Ryan and cleaning

her tires, stood up and was surprised to see her cousin. “I didn’t know you were here. I didn’t hear you come up the driveway.”

“I thought if you and Monica had a car washing service, I’d leave my car while I go inside to watch the hockey game. Philip and Liam are here already aren’t they?”

Erica responded, “Yes, Ryan, Philip and Liam are inside watching the hockey game. And, no this is not a car washing service. It is a do it yourself car wash.”

Ryan laughed, “Yeah, Monica pretty much said the same thing. Oh well, I’ll go inside and join the hockey crowd.”

Monica looked at Erica, “I’m about ready to be one of the hockey crowd.

How about you?”

Erica picked up the water pail and brush and said, “I’ll join the crowd. My car is done. It’s as shiny as I can make it,” “Okay, then let’s take off our car washing hats and put on our ice hockey fan caps,” Monica replied.

“What’s the score?” Ryan asked as he walked into the living room and saw Philip and Liam. The TV was on but the game was not. “It’s not over already is it?”

“No” his brother replied. “It is only a commercial. The second period will start after this commercial.”

Before Philip could tell Ryan the score, Erica and Monica came into the living room. “Is the game over?” Erica asked.

Liam answered his cousin, ”No, the game is not over.”

Philip joined in and said the score was 2-0 in favor of the Rangers.

Monica wanted to know how many hockey teams there were. “I’ve heard of the Boston Bruins and I know there are some teams in Canada. Right?”

“I’ll have to count them,” Philip answered.

Liam interjected, “I know the name of some U.S. teams, like the Anaheim Ducks, the St. Louis Blues, the Chicago Black Hawks, the San Jose Sharks…”

“And,” Philip added, “There are the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Colorado Avalanche.”

“What are the names of the Canadian teams?” Monica wanted to know.

Ryan responded. “There are the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Montreal Canadians and the Calgary Flames.”

“Oh, look the game has resumed,” Erica noted as the five cousins turned their attention to the TV.

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Common Core

Conundrum ttering these three simple words can cause panic in parents and frustration in teachers and administrators: Common Core Curriculum. As parents and educators, it is best not to feed into the frenzy and instead have an educated discussion.

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Learning standards designate what students should know and be able to do in each grade. Over the next few years, New York and more than 40 other states across the country will transition to a new set of learning standards called the Common Core. These new standards offer a clear picture of what students need to learn each year in order to graduate from high school ready to succeed in college and careers. Keep in mind that the federal standards provide a framework that sets benchmarks for what each student should know at each grade level. That, I believe, is a positive thing. It may seem confusing but keep in mind that the Common Core is only a vehicle for instruction.

True, the way students are taught is changing considerably. However, I remember in the 1960’s hearing my parents and their peers complaining about “the New Math,” and fretting over how to help their children. Over the years, new methods have always alarmed parents.

Changes are sometimes not easy to accept. Especially if you have a few kids and it seems that just as you get the hang of one program, a new one is on the way.

Many years ago, I recall a veteran teacher making a comment about a “gifted and talented class.” She said, “In my day, this class would have been called a regular class, now they are geniuses!” Although she may have exaggerated the discrepancies in abilities, it made me wonder if changes needed to be made. Over the years many parents, teachers, and administrators were in agreement.

Some examples of what your child will be expected to do with the implementation of Common Core Curriculum are: • Read more non-fiction and develop a bigger vocabulary through English language lessons.

• In math, students will be expected to focus on fewer topics and spend time practicing and memorizing math facts. This will lay a solid foundation in whole numbers, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals. Taken together, these elements support a student’s ability to learn and apply more demanding math concepts and procedures. The middle school and high school standards call on students to practice applying mathematical ways of thinking to real world issues and challenges; they prepare students to think and reason mathematically.

• There will be more emphasis on critical thinking and analysis, and students will be required to support their ideas and arguments with text-based evidence in their writing.

• They will be required to use technology effectively.

As any college student majoring in Education will tell you, these are the practices and ideals teachers have been striving for generations. Is there anything wrong with wanting students to strive for rigorous standards that will prepare them for college and careers by the time they graduate high school? I doubt many parents would say they do not want those skills for their child. That said, how do we help our children and what about the testing mania?

First, the testing mania is not new. In public schools specifically, a tremendous emphasis has been put on testing for decades. What has become appalling is that teachers are forced to spend too much time “teaching to the test” or engaging in considerable test prep and overtesting during the school year. It has been argued that the tougher standardized testing requirements do not meet the individualized needs of students and leave many students – especially those with special needs – in the dust. It is imperative to remember that each child is unique and the cookie cutter-like approach to test taking can be daunting.

The Core Curriculum is designed to be built over time. In a perfect world, it would be implemented in kindergarten and then phased in year by year. When it is not, it causes the problem of upper grade students falling behind because those prerequisite skills may not have been taught. Fortunately, good

teachers hunt for the proper materials and compensate for these lapses. Parents, in turn, are expected to do their part as well.

What Can Parents Do to Help?

• Continue to be supportive of your child and the teachers who are working very hard. Never assume a student is entitled to high marks if he has not worked hard to gain them.

Do not assume that a 95 in Math guarantees a 95 in Reading.

• Use technology as a tool for learning. I have seen students leave on Friday unable to do multiplication and come in on Monday proficient. Instead of watching movies and playing video games, their parents made them (yes I said made them) sit in front of the computer or iPad and play multiplication and division games for hours!

• Study your school’s website for ideas and suggestions.

Many teachers and administrators take the time to provide valuable information and post it for your convenience.

• At times, parents have voiced frustration when their child struggles with homework. Some complain they can't help their kids. When this happens, write a note to the teacher asking for help or clarification. Don’t be embarrassed to ask for examples or resources.

What You Should Know About Test Scores: • Lower test scores do not mean your child didn’t learn and make progress last year. Because the new tests are more challenging, students’ scores statewide are lower than in the past.

• The new tests reflect the changes your children will face as they move from elementary school to middle school to high school and beyond.

• The test scores do not give the full picture of your child as a student. Tests are only one component showing what students know and are able to do. The results give teachers a guide on how they can help students learn more. Teachers also look at classwork, participation, and homework as other ways to measure progress.

In the upcoming year we could see the Common Core completely unravel or hopefully turn into a curriculum that works. No matter what happens, hold your standards high for education, work with your children, and strive for their best performance. As for the Core Curriculum, it was always my impression that we have had one from the beginning of public education. It was called Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic. In the end, it all comes down to how good the teacher is and what kind of support children receive from their parents.

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PARENTING

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HELPING CHILDREN MANAGE FRUSTRATION

rustration is inevitable for young children.

There are shelves that can't be reached, shoes that can't be tied, baseballs that can't be hit, and parents and other adults saying "no" to a child's most fervent desires. Frustration isn't necessarily a negative emotion. Dealt with constructively, it can help children learn to overcome obstacles and tolerate disappointment.

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"The mistake most children make when frustrated is to just try harder, to keep doing the same thing over and over," says clinical neuropsychologist Dr. Stacey Spencer of Morris Psychological Group.

"Unfortunately, that seldom results in success and the child's FRUSTRATION CAN HELP A CHILD LEARN TO OVERCOME OBSTACLES. emotions can quickly escalate to anger and even despair, Coping with "I Can't" which are indeed negative emotions and can be overwhelming • Make your own behavior a model for your child: Let your child for young children. It's up to parents to help the child learn to see you manage your own frustration by staying positive and overcome frustration and find solutions to the obstacles that looking for solutions. Avoid vociferous expressions of confront them." impatience and anger.

• Encourage expression of emotion: Let your child know that Sometimes that is easier said than done. A parent's it's OK to express her frustration verbally and even to cry but immediate inclination when a child is frustrated and upset is to help her learn to calm herself by soothingly asking what the step in and do whatever is necessary to make the child happy. problem is and discussing solutions. A hug or a cuddle with a "While stepping in is the right thing to do before frustration favorite stuffed animal may help. escalates, removing the roadblock right away or giving in to the • Take a break: Sometimes continuing to tackle the problem child's demands may not be the best strategy," says Dr. Spencer. head-on will just exacerbate the frustration. Suggest stepping "It's better to turn the problem into an opportunity to help the back for a little while. Sing a song, get some physical exercise, child learn how to manage frustration." Dr. Spencer offers have a snack. Have him do something he can do successfully to suggestions to parents for helping children cope with these boost confidence. emotions.

• Break it down: If the original problem presents an insurmountable obstacle, try again with just a single step that

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• Remember past successes: Remind your child of previous challenges that he has overcome and how it seemed he would never succeed - and then did.

Remember that the goal is for the child to learn to recognize his own frustration and be able to deal with it on his own. Every time you help him quiet down and approach a problem calmly, he is learning a valuable lesson in patience and perseverance and is taking a step toward that goal.

Coping with "No" • Stick to your guns: Empathize with the child's desire but stand firm. Giving in once will make the child's frustration worse next time.

• Stay positive and calm: Don't let the child's heated emotions affect your own reaction. If you are in control of your emotions, it will be easier for the child to control hers.

• Offer an alternative: A cookie after lunch, a favorite game after nap, an extra story at bedtime...something the child will want that you can say "yes" to.

Helping a child deal with the frustration of "no" requires a strategy virtually opposite that of coping with the inability to accomplish a task. "This is a case in which allowing perseverance to achieve the child's desired result is not the best outcome," says Dr. Spencer. "The child must learn to accept 'no' and let go of the goal. But the lesson learned is similar: to be able to deal with the emotion on his own and understand that he can tolerate not always getting everything he wants."

Every time you help your child cope with frustration, she is gaining experience in recognizing and understanding her feelings and learning an important skill. Dr. Spencer concludes: "Children who learn to successfully manage the frustration that is unavoidable in their young lives will develop confidence that they can deal with disappointment and will more easily cope with challenges and difficulties later on."

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Celebrate Earth Day and Screen Free Day this Month Parents: April is a busy month, with most schools observing two special events -- Earth Day and Screen-Free Week. You can make them more meaningful by tying them to family activities.

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Earth Day is always celebrated on April 22. This year it will be on Tuesday -- a day your children may be on spring break. Why don't you have your family join the more than 1 billion people celebrating this day by improving the environment in some way?

Join one of the many Earth Day events in your community. You could be part of a group working to improve city, state or national parks. Other groups clean up streams, plant gardens at schools and pick up street trash.

Here are some other ideas of things that your family could do on Earth Day as well as other days throughout the year to green our environment. Whatever you elect to do will be hands-on learning about the environment for your children.

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Introducing Your Children to Music Question: I love music and want to share it with my young children. What are the benefits of doing this? And how should I introduce them to music? — Music Lover Answer: All parents should definitely be taking the time to enjoy music with their young children, as it is very beneficial to their literacy development. Plus, it is a great way for them to acquire new vocabulary and learn rhyming words.

Through music, children are also building their listening and memory skills. Start singing to them when they are infants, and always smile while you are doing it. Don't worry if you don't have a good voice, just lip-synch to songs. As the children get older, have sing-a-long tapes in the car for fun while you are driving.

Fit music into your children's daily routine. Make up a pick-up song to sing as your child is picking up his or her toys with you.

Have bedtime and bath time songs, too. As your child gets older, get instruments that he or she can shake or bang along with the music. The more senses that your children use with music, the more they will learn about it. Besides, you will be having fun together.

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What you do can help your children acquire social skills. You can show that these skills are part of the way you behave. If they see you waiting patiently in line, not losing your temper to rude drivers, taking turns and not interrupting when you talk to others, they will be learning social skills. And it's absolutely necessary that you treat your children with respect by making polite requests, listening to them without interrupting and avoiding any violence in your home.

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AUTISM & SENSORY PROCESSING Autism, which is broadly described as a neurological development disorder, can come in many forms and diagnoses. But for many children diagnosed as “on the spectrum,” it can bring extreme sensory processing issues. As April is Autism Awareness month, I share some important information on the connection between autism and sensory processing disorder.

Children with autism have different symptoms, triggers, and abilities that can vary significantly. Something I often come across in patients with autism is sensory processing disorder.

We all know the five human senses - touch, hear, sight, taste, and smell. Children who experience extreme reactions to these senses have difficulty filtering sensory input. Their nervous systems don’t know what to block or tune out.

Equally, they may not know what to amplify. It’s a response that can lead to difficult behaviors or reactions that are often misunderstood, especially in children that have difficulty communicating.

Examples that come to mind include sensitivity to certain clothing or materials, a specific texture of food, or a crowded open-play gym. But it also includes a hypoactive response, where the child craves a situation or activity that provides them with a sensation they enjoy. This can often develop into repetitive behaviors, commonly described in the autism community as stimming. It’s a stereotypic behavior, like handflapping, rocking, or repeating a pattern of noises or movements. The behaviors may be harmless, but can sometimes become disruptive and interfere with learning or social situations.

Some sensory issues are manageable and can be found in children with or without autism. You cut the tags out of your son’s shirts, or sneak some blended veggies into his mac ‘n cheese. Others, like excessive repetitive behaviors are difficult and require sensory integration through Occupational Therapy or ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis)-based programs.

This may teach alternatives that meet their sensory needs, redirect attention/focus, or even build tolerance to an unpleasant sensation.

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Some methods can be controversial as they may not have been adequately studied and tested. Some OTs (occupational therapists) may suggest methods for treatment, like weighted vests or brushing, which is thought to desensitize response for some sensory issues.

However, this is widely disagreed upon.

While sometimes disregarded by the medical community, every parent should research and make their own decisions about what can help their child.

Doctors may suggest a medication for some cases. A child with autism that engages in behavior that disrupts their ability to focus may benefit from a prescription that can help them focus.

Often that child has other symptoms in addition to the sensory processing disorder, and the anticipated benefits are strong. Most doctors, OTs, and schools will respect a parent’s choice of therapy/treatment, and offer information that can help with the decision-making.

While in New York City, children with autism are eligible for related services, like OT, many parents want to do more at home to improve sensory issues.

Incremental exposure on an ongoing basis can help desensitize. For a child that has sensitivity to textures and touch, try to make a sensory bin. Fill a container with things around your home that can produce a good or bad sensory response.

Allow them to run their hands through regularly and encourage them to touch all the items. Things like a silk scarf, sandpaper, and uncooked pasta are examples of household items that can generate a sensory stimulation – it could become a great way to offer sensory satisfaction, tolerance of textures, and distraction of repetitive behaviors!

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My first journey to Girl Scout Camp is this month also, so I'm hoping we have great weather for that. We will be staying in cabins, cooking our own food, and in charge of cleaning up after ourselves.

(Not so excited about that part, ha ha!) Better yet, our troop is going to do zip-lining and archery, among some other really neat outdoors activities, so I'm excited. Just being out in the fresh air, enjoying nature, is something I'm really looking forward to.

Of course, there's no one more eager to get out and about than our dog Carly. She misses playing at the dog run in Wolfe's Pond Park, and exploring the neighborhood with my sister and me leading the way on our bikes and scooters. Although I was hoping this would be "the" spring Mom would let me ride past our corner alone, it's not, so I'll have to figure out how to deal with it (again) and stay within eye distance (that's the official rule).

It gets frustrating sometimes. Especially after a long, hard winter, we just want to break free (like Carly!) and pedal away. Unfortunately, "the world isn't how it used to be," as Mom always says. She made me really jealous one day when she recalled how she and her friends would go bike riding around the neighborhood for hours on end before coming back to their houses right before dinner. Alone!

My parents say that the rules will change a bit as I continue to get older, but they will always do everything in their power to protect and keep us safe. For some reason, I tend to think that means we'll forever be corralled in the backyard, but at least we have a pool! On that note, I'm hoping what people have been saying about the weather probably going "straight to summer" is true. Our registrations have been sent in for summer camp, vacation plans have been made, and I'm more than ready for school to be over.

Thinking ahead, though... this will be the first summer I won't be going to Pennsylvania for a few days to stay at my Grandma and Pop-Pop's, since he's in heaven now. It makes me sad, but I am going to try to focus on the fact that my Grandma now lives nearby us on Staten Island and we can sleep over her place anytime. And I can always chat with Pop-Pop in my heart. We talk about him every single day, something that's sure to increase as the weather heats up. He was an outdoorsy guy, which is why so much of what we do in the spring and summer time -- our annual cousins' Easter egg hunt at my great-aunt's house, walking along the boardwalk, and just playing outside catching lightening bugs -will remind us of him.

No matter what, though, the warm air and all it brings will definitely make us smile. It's no wonder why I can't wait!

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APRIL IS: Defeat Diabetes Month National Autism Awareness Month Physical Wellness Month School Library Month

IMPORTANT DATES: April Fool's Day – Apr 1 Palm Sunday – Apr 13 Passover – Apr 14-22

THE LIBRARY IS A GREAT PLACE TO TAKE THE KIDS.

Income Tax Pay Day – Apr 15 Good Friday – Apr 18

For local Library Hours and Locations, visit www.siparent.com/library-hours

Easter Sunday – Apr 20

MORE FUN FAMILY EVENTS ONLINE! GAMES • LAMPS • MOBILES • PUZZLES • SWINGS • BOUNCERS • DRESSERS • WALL HANGINGS • GATES

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SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 w/Admission • Ages 1-5 718-816-5834 10:30 am • Free • Ages 0-2

PLEASE NOTE: Events announced in this calendar are subject to change. We strongly suggest calling to confirm times, prices, ages, etc. before you attend.

TUESDAY, APRIL 1 Shape Up NYC: Zumba McDonald Park House 9:30 am • Free • All ages

Preschool Story Time Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5 Tot’s Time Plus SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 w/Admission • Ages 1-5 Teen Lounge Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 2:30 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Math & Reading Tutoring New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 3:30 pm • Free • Register • Grades PreK-8 Tween Tech Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 8-11 Read Aloud South Beach Library 718-816-5834 4:00 pm • Free • All ages NYPL Resources for Teens Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Children’s Game Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 6-12 LiteracyINC: Story Hour Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 6:00 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt McDonald Park House 7:00 pm • Free • All ages

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2 Babytime South Beach Library

Rock Your Seat Greenbelt Nature Center 718-351-3450 12:00 pm • Free • All ages Clay Day SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10 Teen Club New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Decorate the Library Craft Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 3:00 pm • Free • All ages Board Games South Beach Library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • All ages Wii Gaming Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 5-12 Bookcraft Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 4-8 Picture Book Time/Reading Aloud New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3+ Kiddie Storytime Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 0-12 Family Story Time Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3+ Read Aloud West New Brighton Library 718-442-1416 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 5-12 Lecture – Ship Graveyard on Staten Island Seamen's Society for Children & Families 855-NLM-SINY 6:00 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Yoga – Relax and Stretch McDonald Park House 7:30 pm • Free • All ages

THURSDAY, APRIL 3 Tot’s Time Plus

Baby & Me Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 11:00 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5 Paint Day SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10 Teen Lounge Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 2:30 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Teen Lounge Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Reading Aloud and Coloring Craft Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 3-12 YEA! Investor Panel Staten Island Technical High School 718-667-3222 6:00 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Bootcamp McDonald Park House 6:00 pm • Free • All ages

FRIDAY, APRIL 4

Special Education Fair Jewish Community Center 9:30 am • Free • All ages Toddler Rhyme Time New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 10:30 am • Free • Ages 1.5-2.5 Toddler Time Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 10:30 am • Free • Ages 0-5 Toddler Time Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 10:30 am • Free • Ages 1.5-3 Toddler Time Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • All ages Itty Bitty Play Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 11:00 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5 Preschool Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 11:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5

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Tours of the Conference House The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Kidz Cook SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 2:00 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10 Fun Fridays Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 5+ Wii Love Gaming Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 5-11 Reading Aloud Richmondtown Library

EASTER EVENTS

718-668-0413 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 3+

718-351-3450 12:00 pm • Free • All ages

Wii Time South Beach Library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • All ages

Tours of the Conference House The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages

Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt McDonald Park House 7:00 pm • Free • All ages

Up4Art SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10

Literacy Day SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 All Day • Free w/Admission • All ages

Shape Up NYC: Dance and Fitness Infusion McDonald Park House 1:00 pm • Free • All ages

SATURDAY, APRIL 5

Zimmer Club Youth Conservation Program Zimmer Club 718-948-9599 9:00 am • Free Ages 10-17 High Rock Challenge Training High Rock Park 718-667-2165 9:00 am • Free All ages Shape Up NYC: Zumba McDonald Park House 9:30 am • Free • All ages Memoir Writing Workshop St. George Library 718-442-8560 10:30 am • Free • Adults Math & Reading Tutoring

Looking for fun Easter Egg Hunts in Staten Island and New Jersey?

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Math & Reading Tutoring New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • Register • Grades PreK-8 What Women Carry Richmondtown Library 718-668-0413 2:00 pm • Free • All ages Cinema Saturdays Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 3:00 pm • Free • All ages Knitting Hour South Beach Library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • Adults Tai Chi with Bob Murphy Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art 718-987-3500 4:00 pm • $12/10 • Adults

SUNDAY, APRIL 6

New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 11:00 am • Free • Register • Grades PreK-8

High Rock Challenge Training High Rock Park 718-667-2165 8:45 am • Free • All ages

Butterfly Exploration Blue Heron Nature Center 718-967-3542 11:00 am • Free • All ages

Archery Willowbrook Park 718-698-2186 11:00 am • Free • Ages 8+

Women of Distinction Luncheon 2014 Li Greci's Staaten 718-448-6000 12:00 pm • $65 • All ages

Protect Your Beach: Plant Beach Grass With NYC Parks Crescent Beach Park 212-360-3440 11:00 am • Free • All ages

Arts, Culture & Fun: Beauty and Spa Day Greenbelt Nature Center

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Workshop: Introduction to HDR Photography Alice Austen House Museum 718-816-4506 11:30 am • $10 donation • All ages Family Fun Day Greenbelt Nature Center 718-351-3450 12:00 pm • Free • All ages Tours of the Conference House The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Up4Art SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10

ARTS, CULTURE & FUN: BEAUTY AND SPA DAY Saturday, April 5 Greenbelt Nature Center 12-2pm All ages Free www.sigreenbelt.org

Pamper yourself! Get suggestions for new hairstyles, colors that work for you, and speak with a Mary Kay representative, who will be on site. It will be a fun-filled, fashionable afternoon!

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MONDAY, APRIL 7

TUESDAY, APRIL 8

All Join In! Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 11:00 am • Free • Ages 2-4

Preschool Story Time Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5

Baby and Me Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 11:00 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5

Tot’s Time Plus SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • 5 w/Admission • Ages 1-5

Teen Cafe Remixed New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free Ages 12-18

Knit and Crochet Club Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 11:00 am • Free • Adults

Shape Up NYC: Aerobics McDonald Park House 10:00 am • Free • All ages

Film Program West New Brighton Library 718-442-1416 3:30 pm • Free Ages 0-12 Read Aloud Huguenot Library 718-984-4636 4:00 pm • Free • All ages Global Scholars: My Meal Matters Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 4:00 pm • Free • Register • Ages 8-13 Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free Ages 3-11 Homework Help Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 5:00 pm • Free • Grades 1-7 Shape Up NYC: Kettlebell, Core and Conditioning McDonald Park House 6:30 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Body Blast McDonald Park House 7:30 pm • Free • All ages

Shape Up NYC: Zumba McDonald Park House 9:30 am • Free • All ages

Preschool Story Time Richmondtown Library 718-668-0413 1:00 pm • Free • Register • Ages 3-5 Teen Lounge Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 2:30 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Math & Reading Tutoring New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 3:30 pm • Free • Register • Grades PreK-8 Friendship Bracelets Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 7-12 Teen/Tween Sewing Workshop Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • Register • Ages 10-18 Craft Corner Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3-11 Read Aloud South Beach Library 718-816-5834 4:00 pm • Free • All ages NYPL Resources for Teens Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18

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12:30 pm • Free • All ages LiteracyINC: Story Hour Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 6:00 pm • Free • All ages Paul Stanley Book Signing Barnes & Noble 718-982-6983 7:00 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt McDonald Park House 7:00 pm • Free • All ages

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9 Rock Your Seat Greenbelt Nature Center 718-351-3450 12:00 pm • Free • All ages

Downloading eBooks on Kindle Fire Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444

FAMILY FUN DAY

Clay Day SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10 Teen Club New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Board Games South Beach Library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free All ages Movie for Teens Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 3:30 pm • Free Ages 12-18

Picture Book Time/Reading Aloud New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 4:00 pm • Free Ages 3+

Greenbelt Nature Center 12-1:30pm All ages Free www.sigreenbelt.org

Board games and craft projects.

This is a free event, but a valid NYC Parks Membership is required to attend.

Kiddie Storytime Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free Ages 0-12 Family Story Time Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3+ Read Aloud West New Brighton Library 718-442-1416 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 5-12 Shape Up NYC: Yoga – Relax and Stretch McDonald Park House 7:30 pm • Free • All ages

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Book Babies Stapleton Library

Tot’s Time Plus SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 w/Admission • Ages 1-5 Baby & Me Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 11:00 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5 Email for Beginners Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 11:00 am • Free • Adults Paint Day SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10 Afternoon Toddler Time Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 0-5

Bookcraft Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 4:00 pm • Free Ages 4-8

Sunday, April 6

718-727-0427 11:00 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5

Teen Lounge Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 2:30 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Kiddie Tech Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Free • Register • Ages 5-12 Teen Lounge Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Reading Aloud and Coloring Craft Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 3-12 Teen Tech Time Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Children’s Movie South Beach Library 718-816-5834 4:30 pm • Free • All ages Computer Class Port Richmond Library

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718-442-0158 5:30 pm • Free • Adults Shape Up NYC: Bootcamp McDonald Park House 6:00 pm • Free • All ages Rene Graziano Book Signing Barnes & Noble 718-982-6983 7:00 pm • Free • All ages

Toddler Time Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 10:30 am • Free • Ages 0-5 Toddler Time Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 10:30 am • Free • Ages 1.5-3

718-273-2060 2:00 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10 Fun Fridays Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 5+ Wii Love Gaming Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 5-11

Tell Your Story: Personal Branding Snug Harbor Cultural Center 718-448-2500 7:00 pm • $10 • All ages

PreSchool Fridays Huguenot Library 718-984-4636 10:30 am Free • Ages 3-5

Baby Rhyme Time New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 10:30 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5

Toddler Time Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free All ages

Wii Time South Beach Library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • All ages

SHAPE UP NYC: DANCE AND FITNESS INFUSION

Preschool Story Time Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 11:00 am • Free Register • Ages 3-5

Children’s Video Gaming West New Brighton Library 718-442-1416 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 5-12

Saturday, April 12

Itty Bitty Play Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 11:00 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5

Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt McDonald Park House 7:00 pm • Free • All ages

FRIDAY, APRIL 11

McDonald Park House 1-2pm All ages Free www.nycgovparks.org

Dance and Fitness Infusion fuses the art of dance and exercise. The workout is composed of different movements of dance and exercising techniques infused to strengthen abdominal muscles, get rid of fat on triceps and biceps, and tighten muscles. Exercises may include different types of crunches, leg raises, planks, and different styles of dance such as reggaeton, pop, and 80s music.

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Reading Aloud Richmondtown Library 718-668-0413 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 3+

Preschool Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 11:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5 Tours of the Conference House The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free All ages Coffee and Books Richmondtown Library 718-668-0413 1:00 pm • Free • Adults Teen Advisory Group New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Kidz Cook SI Children's Museum

SATURDAY, APRIL 12

High Rock Challenge Training High Rock Park 718-667-2165 9:00 am • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Zumba McDonald Park House 9:30 am • Free • All ages Sensory Friendly Veggietales Film Bethel Evangelical Free Church 718-984-6838 10:30 am • Free • All ages Easter Storytime Barnes & Noble 718-982-6983 10:30 am • Free • All ages Math & Reading Tutoring New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 11:00 am • Free • Register • Grades PreK-8 Nature Exploration Hike High Rock Park 718-667-2165 11:00 am • Free • All ages

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• Advance ED Accredited/NCA • NYS Certified teaching staff • Common Core Curriculum PreK 4 to Grade 8 • High tech computer lab • Interactive Smartboard in all classrooms • Internet access throughout the school enabling students to research lessons utilizing laptops • Remediation program, school counselor & meeting room • NJHS Chapter; Student Government • Science, Engineering and Technology Club; • Mentoring program for Grade 8; Grade 8 Honors Math • Spanish Grades 3-8 Pre-K • State of the art athletic center with two new gymnasiums and an outdoor soccer field to 8th • Before and after care school program Grade • Full time school nurse

Pre K 3 Half Day: Tues & Thurs • 8:30-11:00 & 12:00-2:30 Pre K 4 Full Day: Mon, Wed & Fri • 8:30-2:30 Pre K 4 Emergent Literacy with Happily Ever After Reading Program, Formal Music and Computer Classes.

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Kids Craft Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 11:00 am • Free • Ages 4-12 Tours of the Conference House The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Nature Walk Long Pond Park 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Up4Art SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10 Musician’s Jam Richmondtown Library 718-668-0413 1:00 pm • Free • Adults

NYPD DAY

Sunday, April 12

S.I. Children's Museum 10am-4pm All ages Free w/Admission www.statenislandkids.org

Meet real police officers, learn to fingerpaint, and create ID cards.

Shape Up NYC: Dance and Fitness Infusion McDonald Park House 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Family Movies – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Rise of the Turtles New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free All ages Math & Reading Tutoring New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free Register Grades PreK-8 Saturday Showtime Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 0-12 Children’s Afternoon Movie Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 2:00 pm • Free • All ages Knitting Hour South Beach Library

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Up4Art SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10 Nature Walk Wolfe's Pond Park 718-390-8000 2:00 pm • Free • All ages

MONDAY, APRIL 14 Cool School Holiday SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 12:00 am • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Aerobics McDonald Park House 10:00 am • Free • All ages All Join In! Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 11:00 am • Free • Ages 2-4

718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • Adults

YA Movie: The Hunger Games Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18

Tai Chi with Bob Murphy Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art 718-987-3500 4:00 pm • 12/10 • Adults

Read Aloud Huguenot Library 718-984-4636 4:00 pm • Free • All ages

SUNDAY, APRIL 13

High Rock Challenge Training High Rock Park 718-667-2165 8:45 am • Free • All ages NYPD Day SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 10:00 am • Free w/Admission • All ages

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Tours of the Conference House The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages

Family Fun Day Greenbelt Nature Center 718-351-3450 12:00 pm • Free • All ages

Global Scholars: My Meal Matters Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 4:00 pm • Free • Register • Ages 8-13 Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3-11 Spanish Read Aloud Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 4:00 pm • Free • All ages Homework Help Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 5:00 pm • Free • Grades 1-7

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Shape Up NYC: Kettlebell, Core and Conditioning McDonald Park House 6:30 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Body Blast McDonald Park House 7:30 pm • Free • All ages

TUESDAY, APRIL 15 Shape Up NYC: Zumba McDonald Park House 9:30 am • Free • All ages

Preschool Story Time Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5 Tot’s Time Plus SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 w/Admission • Ages 1-5

ARTIE BENNETT CHILDREN'S AUTHOR STORYTIME AND BOOK SIGNING Saturday, April 19 Barnes & Noble 10:30am All ages Free barnesandnoble.com

Come share in the fun at Special Storytime featuring children’s author Artie Bennett.

Artie’s non-fiction books cover some of life’s most embarrassing situations. This event is sure to make your children laugh and learn.

Artie Bennett will be debuting her latest book Peter Panda Melts Down.

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Knit and Crochet Club Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 11:00 am Free • Adults Preschool Fun Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 11:00 am Free • Ages 3-5 Movie: A Mother’s Courage Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 2:00 pm • Free • All ages Teen Lounge Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 2:30 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Preschool Program New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 2.5-5 Math & Reading Tutoring New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 3:30 pm • Free • Register • Grades PreK-8 Tween Tech Time Todt HillWesterleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 8-11 Read Aloud South Beach Library 718-816-5834 4:00 pm • Free All ages

Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt McDonald Park House 7:00 pm • Free • All ages

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16

RUMC Teddy Bear Clinic & Safe Kids SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 12:00 am • Free w/Admission • All ages Rock Your Seat Greenbelt Nature Center 718-351-3450 12:00 pm • Free • All ages Clay Day SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10 Bookcraft Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 4-8 House and Exhibition Tour Alice Austen House Museum 718-816-4506 2:00 pm • $5 donation • All ages Board Games South Beach Library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • All ages Movie for Teens Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Picture Book Time/Reading Aloud New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3+

NYPL Resources for Teens Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18

Kiddie Storytime Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 0-12

Children’s Game Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 6-12

Family Story Time Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3+

LiteracyINC: Bilingual Read Aloud Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 6:00 pm • Free • All ages

Read Aloud West New Brighton Library 718-442-1416 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 5-12

HOLY CHILD P R ES C H O O L 71 8. 35 6. 51 59 4 7 4 7 A m b oy R o a d S I , N Y 10 3 12

SUMMER DAY CAMP at Big Bird’s Playhouse

Serving Staten Island Since 1991 While Providing Children With a Safe, Fun-filled Summer

Sports & Trips Daily • Staten Island Yankees Swimming Pool With Slide • Arts & Crafts Museums • Bowling • Movies • Roller Skating Liberty Science Center • Carnival Day

In f an t s t o 1 2 y ea r s o l d Preschool Classes Three Year Olds 2, 3 & 4 half days Four Year Olds 3 & 4 half or full days

Toddling Classes

REGISTER NOW FOR FALL 2014

Two Year Olds 2 half days Call or E-mail holychildprek@gmail.com for more information

Licensed Teachers & Staff Lunch Included Camp Hours 9am-4pm Extended Hours 6:30am-6:30pm Staff are CPR & First Aid Certified UFT, 1199, HRA & ACD Vouchers Accepted As low as $50/day 9 Week Program

FREE REGISTRATION WITH AD 718.982.0550 1859 Richmond Ave

Also on Site: DAY CAMP & DAY CARE (3 months-5 years old)

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Greenbelt Easter Fest Greenbelt Nature Center 718-351-3450 4:00 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Yoga – Relax and Stretch McDonald Park House 7:30 pm • Free • All ages

THURSDAY, APRIL 17

Tot’s Time Plus SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • 5 w/Admission • Ages 1-5 Baby & Me Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 11:00 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5 Toddler Time West New Brighton Library 718-442-1416 11:00 am • Free • Ages 1.5-3

SALAMANDER SEARCH Sunday, April 20 Blue Heron Nature Center 1pm All ages Free www.nycgovparks.org

Using field guides, walk the trails in search of the elusive salamander.

Paint Day SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free w/Admission Ages 2-10 Teen Lounge Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 2:30 pm Free • Ages 12-18 Autism Workshop: What is Autism?

Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 3:00 pm • Free • All ages Teen Lounge Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Reading Aloud and Coloring Craft Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 3-12 DIY Wood Photo Transfer South Beach Library 718-816-5834 5:30 pm • Free • Adults Shape Up NYC: Bootcamp McDonald Park House 6:00 pm • Free All ages Art Intersects: The Exhibiting Artist and Maker Snug Harbor Cultural Center 718-448-2500 7:00 pm • $10 • All ages

FRIDAY, APRIL 18

Toddler Time Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 10:30 am • Free • Ages 0-5 Toddler Time Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 10:30 am • Free • Ages 1.5-3

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Toddler Time Port Richmond Library

718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • All ages Preschool Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 11:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5 Tours of the Conference House The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Kidz Cook SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 2:00 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10 Learning Disability: Autism Awareness Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 2:30 pm • Free • All ages Wii Love Gaming Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 5-11 Reading Aloud Richmondtown Library 718-668-0413 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 3+ Wii Time South Beach Library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt McDonald Park House 7:00 pm • Free • All ages

SATURDAY, APRIL 19

High Rock Challenge Training High Rock Park 718-667-2165 9:00 am • Free • All ages Protect Your Beach: Plant Beach Grass With NYC Parks The Conference House 718-984-6046 9:00 am • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Zumba McDonald Park House 9:30 am • Free • All ages Shelley Reuben The Boys of Sabbath Street — Writers’ Workshop

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Barnes & Noble 718-982-6983 10:00 am • Free • All ages Forest Restoration Workshop Egbertville Ravine 718-768-9036 10:00 am • Free • All ages Memoir Writing Workshop St. George Library 718-442-8560 10:30 am • Free • Adults Artie Bennett Children’s Author Storytime and Book Signing Barnes & Noble 718-982-6983 10:30 am • Free • All ages Math & Reading Tutoring New Dorp Library 718-351-2977

HIGH ROCK CHALLENGE ADVENTURE RACE Saturday, April 26 Greenbelt Nature Center 8am All ages Registration Fee www.sigreenbelt.org The High Rock Challenge Adventure Race is held in memory of NYPD Officer John Kelly.

Two-member teams must run together at all times and compete in mystery events, which are located throughout the approximately 10K course. Proceeds from the High Rock Challenge help support Greenbelt trail maintenance and environmental education programs.

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11:00 am Free Register • Grades PreK-8 Archery Willowbrook Park 718-698-2186 11:00 am Free • Ages 8+ Itty Bitty Play Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 11:00 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5 Movie Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 12:00 pm • Free • Ages 4-11 Tours of the Conference House The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Up4Art SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10 Shape Up NYC: Dance and Fitness Infusion McDonald Park House 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Family Movies – Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Roderick Rules New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free All ages Math & Reading Tutoring New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • Register • Grades PreK-8

SUNDAY, APRIL 20

High Rock Challenge Training High Rock Park 718-667-2165 8:45 am • Free • All ages Family Fun Day Greenbelt Nature Center 718-351-3450 12:00 pm • Free • All ages Tours of the Conference House The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Salamander Seach Blue Heron Nature Center 718-967-3542 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Sea Shanty Sessions Noble Maritime Collection 718-447-6490 2:00 pm • Free • All ages

MONDAY, APRIL 21 Cool School Holiday SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 12:00 am • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Aerobics McDonald Park House 10:00 am • Free • All ages All Join In! Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 11:00 am • Free • Ages 2-4 Youth Talk – Fruitvale Station Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18

Awesome Origami West New Brighton Library 718-442-1416 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 6-12

Film Program West New Brighton Library 718-442-1416 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 0-12

Cinema Saturdays Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 3:00 pm • Free • All ages

Read Aloud Huguenot Library 718-984-4636 4:00 pm • Free • All ages

Knitting Hour South Beach Library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • Adults

Global Scholars: My Meal Matters Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 4:00 pm • Free • Register • Ages 8-13

Staten Island Tennis Camp SI Community Tennis Center

At the College of Staten Island

MON-FRI • 9AM-4PM • AGES 6-17 6 INDOOR AIR CONDITIONED COURTS 6 OUTDOOR COURTS SWIMMING AND OTHER ACTIVITIES

also le availab

• Leagues/Random Courts • Junior Tennis Program (ages 4 & up • beginner-advanced) • Day ~ Evening ~ Weekends Available • Private or Group Instruction

718

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Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3-11 Homework Help Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 5:00 pm • Free • Grades 1-7 Shape Up NYC: Kettlebell, Core and Conditioning McDonald Park House 6:30 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Body Blast McDonald Park House 7:30 pm Free • All ages

9:30 am • Free • All ages Preschool Story Time Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5 Tot’s Time Plus SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 w/Admission • Ages 1-5 Knit and Crochet Club Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 11:00 am • Free • Adults

TUESDAY, APRIL 22

ST. GEORGE DAY

Teen Lounge Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 2:30 pm • Free • Ages 12-18

Saturday, April 26

Math & Reading Tutoring New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 3:30 pm • Free • Register Grades PreK-8

Tompkinsville Park 12-7pm All ages Free www.stgeorgedaysi.org

Friendship Bracelets Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 7-12 Craft Corner Todt Hill-

The Earth Day & Arts Festival is the Island’s largest Earth Day celebration. There will be art set up around the park, music and dancing, a Dragon Feast Food Zone, a Kid Zone, giant puppets, and so much more.

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Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt McDonald Park House 7:00 pm • Free • All ages

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23 Rock Your Seat Greenbelt Nature Center 718-351-3450 12:00 pm • Free • All ages

Clay Day SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10

An Earth Day Celebration Richmondtown Library 718-668-0413 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 5+

Shape Up NYC: Zumba McDonald Park House

LiteracyINC: Pajama Night Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 6:00 pm • Free • All ages

Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3-11 Read Aloud South Beach Library 718-816-5834 4:00 pm • Free • All ages NYPL Resources for Teens Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18

Teen Club New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Board Games South Beach Library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • All ages Wii Gaming Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 5-12 Bookcraft Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 4-8 Picture Book Time/Reading Aloud New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3+ Kiddie Storytime Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 0-12 Family Story Time Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3+ Read Aloud West New Brighton Library 718-442-1416 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 5-12

B BOYS OYS & G GIRLS IRLS 2 2-ADULT -ADULT COMPETITIVE COMPETITIVE & NON COMPETITIVE ETITIVE C CLASSES LASSES COME JOIN THE

EV O L U T I O N DANC E COMFAMILY PANY

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Coordination • Strength Flexibility • Self-Esteem Confidence

Girl Birthday Parties 2 1/2 hour party up to 12 kids Butterfly/Fairy, Diva, Princess themes $300 • Includes: Pizza, Juice, Cupcake, Goodie Bag, Paper Goods, Themed Decorations & Dress Up Accessories (pirate accesories for boys) craft and dance lesson

SUMMER DANCE CAMP call for details

917.579.8575 917.579.8575 16 16 Barrett Barrettt Ave Ave (off (off o off FForest orest A Ave) ve)

NO CONTRACTS!

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INTRO CLASS!

Seido Karate

Family & Long Term Discounts Avail.

718.207.3613

Visitor’s Center at Snug Harbor Cultural Center 1000 Richmond Terrace • Room G202 See Class Schedules on www.statenislandseido.com

Traditional Japanese Karate on Staten Island Since 1981

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Shape Up NYC: Yoga – Relax and Stretch McDonald Park House 7:30 pm • Free • All ages

THURSDAY, APRIL 24 Book Babies Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 11:00 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5

Tot’s Time Plus SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • 5 w/Admission • Ages 1-5 Toddler Story Time Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 11:00 am • Free • Register • Ages 1.5-3 Baby & Me Tottenville Library

FAMILY OF FRIENDS

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From exclusive giveaways to family-friendly events, our weekly and monthly newsletters are filled with fun for the whole family.

To join, go to siparent.com and fill out the form in the upper right box of our home page or click on the Sign Up app on our Facebook page (facebook.com/siparent).

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718-984-0945 11:00 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5 Paint Day SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10 Teen Lounge Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 2:30 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Kiddie Tech Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Free • Register • Ages 5-12 Teen Lounge Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Reading Aloud and Coloring Craft Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 3-12 Teen Tech Time Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Silly Science West New Brighton Library 718-442-1416 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 5-12 Poetry Writing Workshop for Kids New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 6-12 Children’s Movie South Beach Library 718-816-5834 4:30 pm • Free • All ages Family Film Night Huguenot Library 718-984-4636 5:00 pm • Free • All ages Computer Class Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 5:30 pm • Free • Adults

Shape Up NYC: Bootcamp McDonald Park House 6:00 pm • Free • All ages

FRIDAY, APRIL 25

Toddler Time Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 10:30 am • Free • Ages 0-5 Toddler Time Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 10:30 am • Free • Ages 1.5-3 PreSchool Fridays Huguenot Library 718-984-4636 10:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5 Toddler Time Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • All ages Preschool Story Time Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 11:00 am • Free • Register • Ages 3-5 Itty Bitty Play Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 11:00 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5 Preschool Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 11:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5 Tours of the Conference House The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Kidz Cook SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 2:00 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10 Fun Fridays Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 5+ Wii Love Gaming Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 5-11

Staten Island Montessori School Over 45 Years of Quality Education

NEW TODDLER PROGRAM!!

Ages 2-3

ELTINGVILLE LUTHERAN SCHOOL A Caring Christian Environment Pre-School 3 Year Old Thru Grade 8 FOR 50 YEARS WE HAVE BEEN: “Large enough to serve your child…

Small enough to know your child”

Most students are accepted to their first choice high school

ENRICHMENTS INCLUDE: Smartboards, iPads, Laptops, Spanish, Robotics, Band, CYO Sports, Drama Club

PROGRESSIVE ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM

OPEN HOUSE ON SUNDAY, APRIL 6 12-3PM • Pre-K, Kindergarten–8th Grade • Complete MONTESSORI Curriculum • Small Classes • Full Academic Program • Science, Cultural Subjects, Computers, Art & Music • Reading Specialist • Licensed by NYC, Chartered by NYS

~NO RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION~ 4240 Amboy Rd • Great Kills 718.967.2196 • www.simontessorischool.com

Pre-School 3 & 4 year old Program 2-5 full or half days available Extended Day Available • Reasonable Rates

CALL FOR A TOUR 718-356-7811 300 Genesee Ave • SI, NY 10312 email: elselc@yahoo.com www.eltingvillelutheranschool.org

Eltingville Lutheran School admits students of any race, religion, national or ethnic origin.

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Reading Aloud Richmondtown Library 718-668-0413 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 3+ Wii Time South Beach Library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • All ages Puzzle and Coloring Hour West New Brighton Library 718-442-1416 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 0-12 Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt McDonald Park House 7:00 pm • Free • All ages

SATURDAY, APRIL 26

High Rock Challenge Adventure Race Greenbelt Nature Center

HAWK WATCH Sunday, April 27 Fresh Kills 11am-4pm All ages Free www.nycgovparks.org

Spring migration is here!

The Staten Island Museum, the Urban Park Rangers, and the Freshkills Park team are joining together to host a day of watching raptors at the top of Freshkills Park’s north hill. Binoculars and site guides will be available.

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718-351-3450 8:00 am • Registration Fee • All ages Shape Up NYC: Zumba McDonald Park House 9:30 am • Free • All ages Walk MS Clove Lakes Park 212-639-9675 9:30 am • Free All ages

Saturday Showtime Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 0-12 The Golden Age of the Broadway Musical Richmondtown Library 718-668-0413 2:00 pm • Free • Adults

Math & Reading Tutoring New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 11:00 am • Free Register • Grades PreK-8 Kids Craft Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 11:00 am Free • Ages 4-12 St. George Day Tompkinsville Park 212-639-9675 12:00 pm • Free • All ages Tours of the Conference House The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free All ages Shape Up NYC: Dance and Fitness Infusion McDonald Park House 1:00 pm • Free All ages Up4Art SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10 Family Movies – The Incredibles New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • All ages Math & Reading Tutoring New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • Register • Grades PreK-8 Crafternoon Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444

2:00 pm • Free • Ages 5-12

Knitting Hour South Beach Library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • Adults

SUNDAY, APRIL 27

Hawk Watch Fresh Kills 11:00 am • Free • All ages Family Fun Day Greenbelt Nature Center 718-351-3450 12:00 pm • Free • All ages Tours of the Conference House The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Up4Art SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10

MONDAY, APRIL 28 Shape Up NYC: Aerobics McDonald Park House 10:00 am • Free • All ages

All Join In! Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 11:00 am • Free • Ages 2-4 Baby and Me Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 11:00 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5 Teen Cafe Remixed New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Family Movie Time Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 3:30 pm • Free • All ages

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Read Aloud Huguenot Library 718-984-4636 4:00 pm • Free • All ages Global Scholars: My Meal Matters Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 4:00 pm • Free • Register • Ages 8-13 Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3-11 Homework Help Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 5:00 pm • Free • Grades 1-7 Shape Up NYC: Kettlebell, Core and Conditioning

COOL SCHOOL DAY Monday, April 21

McDonald Park House 6:30 pm • Free • All ages

212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 6-12

Shape Up NYC: Body Blast McDonald Park House 7:30 pm • Free • All ages

LiteracyINC: Story Hour Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 6:00 pm • Free • All ages

Shape Up NYC: Zumba McDonald Park House 9:30 am • Free • All ages

Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt McDonald Park House 7:00 pm • Free • All ages

TUESDAY, APRIL 29

Preschool Story Time Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5 Tot’s Time Plus SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • 5 w/Admission • Ages 1-5 Preschool Story Time Richmondtown Library 718-668-0413 1:00 pm • Free • Register • Ages 3-5 Teen Lounge Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 2:30 pm Free • Ages 12-18

S.I. Children's Museum 10am-5pm All ages Free www.statenislandkids.org

Math & Reading Tutoring New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 3:30 pm • Free Register • Grades PreK-8 Tween Tech Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm

While school is out, enjoy free admission to the Children's Museum. The event is sponsored by MCU.

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30 Rock Your Seat Greenbelt Nature Center 718-351-3450 12:00 pm • Free • All ages

Clay Day SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free w/Admission • Ages 2-10 Board Games South Beach Library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • All ages Bookcraft Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 4-8 Picture Book Time/Reading Aloud New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3+ Kiddie Storytime Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 0-12

Free • Ages 8-11

Family Story Time Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3+

Read Aloud South Beach Library 718-816-5834 4:00 pm • Free • All ages

Children’s Day/Book Day New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 4:00 pm • Free • Register • All ages

NYPL Resources for Teens Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18

Cut and Craft Time Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 4:00 pm • Free • All ages

Children’s Game Time Mariners Harbor Library

BIRTHDAY CLUB

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April APRIL 1 Thomas DeSantis Robert Joyce Joseph M. DelliSanti Joshua Falero Christopher Ruggeri DeAndre Niles Isabella Jimenez Stephanie Fetik Alyssa Owens Mike Spaventa Caitlin Corson David Corson APRIL 2 John Galante Alexis Lopez Lauren Lopez Breanna Behan Kristen Mullins Teresa Picciallo Sean Cahill Joseph McDermott Melissa Aldorasi Alyssa Murphy Juliana Romeo Christopher Spotorno Traore Aich Elizabeth McIsaac Gina Siclari Liam O’Brien APRIL 3 Elaine Kristal Colon Owen Turitto Sonny M. Alloway Jr. Dean Grande Michael Cahill Jason Ruggiero Ryan Salazar Ande-Marie Balla Anna Storberg Daniel Hansen Derek Bailey APRIL 4 Racquel Siclari Kelsey Ann Ahr Ashley Suechee Brianna Lorenzo Giana Long Aviana Auleley Sophia Mostovoy Chyanne Jeffrey APRIL 5 Madison Policastri Teresa Capretta Tyler N. Kruppa Hersh Ranade Dana Loren Mattera Alyssa Nicole Hughes Bianca Marie Ulloa Alexa Marotta Mariano Fiallo Abby Bocola Jacob Bajek APRIL 6 Kathryn Grieci James Tazzetto Michael Tesoriero Vincent Notabartolo Michael Tortora Joseph Donato

Kristylynn Cahill Jake Anthony Alessi John Caputo Anthony Guadagno Kristen DiGiulio Angelina Vinocur Chyanne Jeffery APRIL 7 Matthew Kelly Monica Saad John Saad Micheal Saad David A. Vasquez Jr. Nicole Vulovich Russell E. Doyle, IV Kyle Guaragno Victor Lopez Alessio Iacono Jennifer Sorrentino Kayleigh Nelson Nicolette Mazella John Butler Zachary Weeks Alyssa Hughes Jaiden DiLorenzo Olivia Cordova APRIL 8 Sean Mack Amanda Paige Risi Juianna Masseria Ryan Arazi Brandon Vasta Samantha Vasta Jonathon Yanovsky Gianna Bello Jason Piccolomini Brandon Piccolomini Diamond Hopkins Hannah Sportbert Patrick Casey Daniel Casey Michael Bergstrom Leah Gunther Dante Rose APRIL 9 Nicolette Jones Frankie Troland Jennifer A. Gutiervez Sabrina Kraker Michael Moyle Zephan Pardee John Mills Ryan Pollio Sabrina Perrotta Taylor DiPietro Robert Ellefsen Summer Rose Donato APRIL 10 Edward M. Murphy Patricia Ebrahim Kathleen Lee O’Connell Ashley Kate Farley Sarah Sebastiano Michael Klink Michael Russo John Arambages Antonio Zingaropoli Angelise Maldonado Rihanna Marshall APRIL 11

Andy Murnieks Mark R. Horvath Dillon Thomas Clark Samantha Seblano Dara DePalma Richie Santangelo Christa Louisson Olivia Vallario Antonio Zingaropoli Stephen Yannaco Richard Byer APRIL 12 Daniel Brandon Shostak John Vincent Torres III Anthony Sutera Jaime Pugliese Clarissa Ciccotto Christina Ciccotto Helena Ettu Gavin Avaltroni Reese Kroski Anandah Porter Nora Cruce Zakeia Mohammed APRIL 13 Gianna Hynes James Soren Matthew Rivera Jason Santana, Jr. Stephen Dapello Jillian Ippolito Nicolette Hillery Sophia Hillery Jimmi Love Spaulding APRIL 14 Brittany Piro Kelley A. Sito Isabella Kaminski Cherry Buckley Taylor Terlizzi Gianna Marie Maggio Joseph Jennerich Frank Geosits Julia Feliciano Delmar Hinton APRIL 15 Dominick Abbriano Michael Abbriano Caroline Murray John Vincent Boccanfuso Joshua P. Rodriquez Amber Quick Kristen Sitro Sebastian DeFrancesco Christina DeRossi Jessica Fetik James Basich Ashlyn Gravagna Sebastian Scala Daniel Zapata Liam Cragan APRIL 16 Regina Branche Jonathan Maxwell Cator Angelica Stringer Heather L Smith Destini M. Harris Sam Seidito Vincent Hetzel Giana Maria Caputo

Erin Murphy Brian Hemmer Aryana Latchman Thomas Bland Nicholas Bland Joseph Litrell APRIL 17 Salvatore Candrilli James J Grome III Alissa Cianci Kristen M Auciello Jessica Starek Juliana K. Ohene Anya Kiser Xavier Barrow Andrew Finazzo Christopher Campbell Charles Jackson APRIL 18 Dylan Cappiello Sandra Prendergast Maria-Lisa Ceparano Thomas Hopkins Anthony Galante Christopher Evans Ilyssa J. Chapan Giovanni Maranzano Antonio Santoro Stephanie Ferrandino Nicholas Mejia John Gall Juliette Armenia APRIL 19 Ryan Cottone Christopher Marchetti Justin Pettinato Antonio Morales Robert Brian Birch Elif Ismail Brandon De Lapi Anthony Gargiulo Nicholas LaMorte Maria Vazquez Didier Sauersinger Ryan Callahan Bradley Vaval APRIL 20 Danielle Tripodi Joseph Tripodi Christie E Barnes Lauren Amber Amato Dianne Marie Fallucca Jacqueline Cautela Courtney Miller Danielle Reiss Carlos V. Cortez Alia Soto Michael Shana Jason Lamantia Alexa Winchel Christopher Brown Colleen Walsh Angelina Walsh APRIL 21 Kimberly Russo Renee Ann Russo Frankie Siclari Sonia Rose Reyes Christian Jensen Christopher John Torres

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APRIL 26 Michael A. DiMartino Melissa Tronolone RitaMarie Blake Alicia Anne Cohen Andrew C. Anderson Jr. Emilyrose Buxbaum Rita Blake Jessica Mills

Birthday Club members are entitled to receive

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PARTY TIME ENTERTAINMENT

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• Costume Characters • Clowns • Puppet Show • Petting Zoo • Theme Parties • Double Dare Mini Circus • Dress Up Tea Parties • Carnival Games • Cotton Candy

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PAULINE SCANLON LEARNING COACH

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ADVERTISER INDEX A Taste of Honey ..................................24

Hugs and Kiddies ..............................34

Richmondtown Soccer ......................25

Adelphi Academy ..............................33

Hylan Daycare ....................................37

Seido Karate ........................................93

Art Lab....................................................52

Inspirations in Dance ..........................40

Showplace Entertainment ................14

Athletic Edge ..........................................5

JCC Day Camp ..................................89

SI Academy ..........................................64

Bario’s Pizzeria ......................................12

JCC Early Childhood Education ......83

SI Academy Camp ............................27

Big Bird’s Playhouse ............................72

JCC First Foot Forward ........................95

SI Braces ................................................21

Big Bird’s Summer Camp ..................87

JCC Richmond Gymnastics ............65

SI Children’s Museum ........................22

Boy Scout Pouch Camp ....................38

Jenkinson’s ..........................................18

SI Community Charter School ..........79

Bricks 4 Kidz ..........................................85

JW Tumbles............................................39

SI Community Tennis ..........................91

Brienza’s Academic Advantage ......93

Kahn Dermatology ............................59

SI Day Camp ..........................................8

Building Blocks Montessori ..............67

Kiddie Palooza ....................................70

SI Mental Health Eliz. Pouch ..............62

Carnegie Hall ......................................59

Kiddie Wonderland ............................45

SI Mental Health Society ....................83

Carnival Kids ........................................13

Kids ‘N Shape........................................61

SI Montessori School ..........................95

Casa Belvedere ................................106

Kids Dental ............................................10

SI Pediatric Dentistry ..........................71

Center Stage Dance Co. ..................42

LA Dance ..............................................43

SI Pee Wee Football ............................73

Children’s Harbor Montessori ..........59

Major League Screen Printing ..........79

SI University Hospital ............................46

CJ’s Boardwalk ....................................45

Master Curry Karate..............................7

Silhouette Dance Center....................44

Created By You ....................................53

Mathnasium..........................................25

Small World Dental ..............................35

Curves ....................................................39

Mini World Preschool ........................53

Small World Preschool ........................63

Dance Sensations................................37

Miss Jessica’s Jamz..............................62

South Shore Toddler Academy ........37

Dea Music ............................................77

Music Together of SI ............................31

South Shore Wellness Center ............24

Dr. Michael D’Anna ..............................6

New Dorp Christian Academy ........66

Spa Di Da ..............................................15

Dr. Michael De Simone ......................67

New Dorp Moravian Church ..........40

St. Adalbert ............................................50

Dr. Michelle Giumenta ......................67

Notre Dame Academy ....................47

St. George Theatre..............Back Cover

Dr. Phyllis Merlino..................................63

Oakdale Academy ............................59

St. John Villa Academy Camp..........60

Dr. Trogan’s Music School ..................50

Once Upon A Child ............................74

St. John’s Lutheran School..................79

Ed Perpetua Tennis Academy ..........41

Our Lady Star of the Sea ..................83

St. Joseph Hill Academy ....................60

Eden II ....................................................51

Paramount Oral Surgery ....................31

St. Paul’s School of Nursing ................91

EJ Michaels ..........................................24

Parent to Parent ..................................72

St. Peter’s Prep ......................................91

Eltingville Lutheran School ................95

Party Jam Party Centers ....................49

Sunny Days ..........................................34

Evolution Dance ..................................93

Party Jungle ..........................................73

The Village Preschool ........................40

Fastbreak ..............................................26

Pinot’s Palette ......................................23

Tender Care on the Mount................52

FasTracKids............................................29

Plumkinville Party Center....................42

Total Dental Care ................................85

Fun Station ............................................16

Rab’s Country Lanes ....................19, 67

Victory Gymnastics ............................44

Fun Station Camp................................17

Richmond County Day Camp ........11

Volunteers of America ........................87

Gingerbread Learning Center ......107

Richmond County Savings Bank ......2

Wagner College External ..................41

Hampton Inn & Suites..........................97

Richmond Hill Children’s Center ......37

Wizard of Art ..........................................60

Holy Child ..............................................87

Richmond University Med. Ctr. ..........81

Young People’s Day Camp ................9

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KAREN L. GOLDMAN

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MA, LMHC-BC

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