Staten Island Parent January 2015

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SOLUTIONS FOR EVERYDAY PARENTING

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DIGITAL DANGERS HOW YOU CAN PROTECT YOUR CHILD

PRESCHOOLS & DAYCARES YOU CAN’T MISS!

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Mommy Has Another Name: 7 Tips for Reclaiming Your Identity Post Childbirth Many women find motherhood an exciting, joyous, fulfilling adventure. But it can be one that is, at times, overwhelming as well.

Lara Krupicka offers seven ideas for how to reconnect with yourself as a woman outside your role of parent. Be sure to check out the “6 Signs You Need a Break From Being a Mom” sidebar!

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Getting Ready for

16 5 Steps to De-Cluttering Your Life

22 Good Sports

20 Grab the Best Buys This January

26 Ask the Doctor

by Joe LoVerde

by Michael Moretti, M.D., RUMC

24 Stop Colds Before They Start

32 Life Is Grand!

28 Protect Your Child From Digital Dangers

by Marianna Randazzo

48 Growing Up Online

by Carolyn Jabs

38 Make the Most of the 1st Day of Preschool

56 Dear Teacher

by Peggy Gisler & Marge Eberts

52 Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

64 Gigi’s World

perfect place for your little one with the 2015 Preschool/Daycare Directory on page 41.

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by Gigi & Gina LaGuardia-Schrecker

60 Fill Snow Days with Activities and Fun

SPECIAL SECTION

52 Fun New Year’s Eve for Adults and Children

34 OMG...I’m a Mom! 41 2015 Preschool & ne!

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FAMILY NEEDS 54 It’s In The Cards

Daycare Directory

89 Birthday Club

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10 Community & School News 34 Birth Announcements 66 Family Calendar ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Ilene Cohen Janine Mulé Cecilia Saccomagno Jodi Fatto

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important January school Dates: Monday, January 5 - School Resumes Wednesday, January 7 - Kindergarten Application Period Begins Monday, January 19 – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (Schools Closed) January 26-29 – Regents exams Friday, January 30 – Fall Term Ends for High Schools

mulchfest 2015 Don’t just throw away your Christmas Tree; “treecycle” it! The NYC Department of Parks and Recreation, along with The NYC Department of Sanitation and GreeNYC are urging New Yorkers to participate in Mulchfest 2015, the annual recycling of holiday trees into wood chips that will nourish trees and plants all over the city. Want to chip in? Just drop off your tree at a designated chipping location on January 10 or January 11 from 10am to 2pm. Your tree will be chipped right away-and you can even bring home your very own bag of mulch! You can also bring the tree to select drop-off locations from January 3 to January 11, or simply leave it outside your home for curbside collection between January 5 and January 16. Visit siparent.com for a link to more information as well as drop-off and chipping locations.

school Procedures for inclement Weather Last year’s blustery winter left many Staten Islanders unsure about sending their kids to school on bad weather days. According to the Department of Education, every effort will once again be made to keep schools open during inclement weather. Parents are urged to use their

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own judgment when choosing to allow their children to travel to school. The citywide announcement to close public schools during a storm will be made as early as possible before 5 a.m. on the affected day. Visit siparent.com for a link to more information on inclement weather procedures.

2015 Kindergarten Admissions It’s time to talk about kindergarten! If your child is turning five in 2015, he or she will be able to start kindergarten in September. The application for admissions will be available online Wednesday, January 7 at the Department of Education’s website. Visit siparent.com for the link. You can also apply by phone at 718-935-2400 or in person at 715 Ocean Terrace (Building A). The deadline to apply is Friday, February 13.

Placement offers will be distributed in early April and pre-registration begins in late April.

Admission is not determined on a first come, first served basis. All applications received by the deadline will be treated the same. You may list multiple schools on your application, but be sure to rank them by preference. Most students attend their zoned school, which is determined by your address. To find out your zone school you can either call 311 or search online at www.nyc.gov/schools/schoolsearch.

Visit siparent.com for a link to more information on the kindergarten application process.

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The annual National Catholic School Week celebration is scheduled for January 25 – 31. This year’s theme is “Catholic Schools: Communities of Faith, Knowledge, and Service.” The event is typically observed through Masses, open houses and other activities for students, families, parishioners, and community members. This year, participants are welcome to share their celebrations via social media using the hashtag #CSW15.

The 2015 Big Apple Awards Think your child's teacher is awesome?

Nominate him or her for a Big Apple Award! The Big Apple Awards are bestowed annually upon NYC's most outstanding teachers. All award recipients receive a well-deserved classroom grant for their students and their school. You have until January 19 to nominate your favorite teacher. Link to the nomination form from our website.

And the W-I-N-N-E-R is...

Congratulations to eighth-grader Kasey Shashaty of Sacred Heart School, winner of the 2014 Catholic School Region of Staten Island Spelling Bee! And big kudos to runner-up Emily Wight as well, a seventh grader from St. Teresa's School. A total of 30 students from 22 schools competed in the spelling bee, which took place December 11 at St. Christopher's School.

St. George Theatre Receives Donation The stage is set for the youngest patrons of St. George Theatre to enjoy some wonderful programs and shows this year, thanks to a little help from a popular local restaurant chain.

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S.I. LIVING Community & School News their gross sales from each Tuesday’s receipts in October to the historical theatre. The check was presented the theatre’s President and CEO Doreen Cugno on November 24.

The Great Richmond From the torturous traffic jams and hiked-up toll fares to the nagging feeling that we’re the “forgotten borough,” Staten Island’s residents are rarely shy when it comes to complaining. But if you’ve stopped by the St. George Ferry Terminal lately, you might have found an outlet for your frustrations. The Great Richmond is an interactive exhibit created by sculptor Will Corwin and cartographer Neil Greenberg which offers participants a unique opportunity to share their own idealized version of Staten Island. Hosted by the Staten Island Arts Culture Lounge, the exhibit will only be on display until January 5-- so hurry up or you’ll miss your chance to see it! For a link to more information about The Great Richmond exhibit, visit siparent.com.

That’s What Friends Are For Fun family-friendly events, exclusive savings from local merchants, and always up-to-date seasonal happenings are just a few great reasons to become a Family of Friends member!

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For loads of more info on the items above, check out SIParent.com’s Community and School News Section (it’s under the SI Living tab) for links: ~NYC Public School Calendar ~Mulchfest 2015 ~The Department of Education ~Staten Island Kindergarten Directory ~Nominate a Teacher for The 2015 Big Apple Award ~Staten Island Early Childhood Direction Center ~Staten Island Arts Culture Lounge

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NEW BEGINNINGS

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STEPS TO DE-CLUTTERING YOUR LIFE

here's a good reason that professional organizers start their projects by first clearing out the cluttered space they're tackling. You can’t organize before you de-clutter.

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The same holds true for our lives.

It's difficult to organize a life unless you first clear it out by decluttering all of the "junk" - negative thoughts, toxic relationships, unfocused career goals, etc. - that have you disempowered. This means you and I have got to declutter.

Here are 5 simple steps that you can take.

1. Step One: Clean Out: Start with the basics. What are the bare essentials that make your life worth living?

Maybe it's great ENJOY THE FREEDOM AN UNCLUTTERED LIFE CAN BRING. relationships, a small savings and running everyday. Maybe it's a great 4. Step Four: Record: Keep a journal of your journey. It's great to have career, family outings and monthly massages. Distill your life "basics" a "record' of our journey. In this step we are going to record the down to the bare minimum. In this step you are going to sit down and progress we are making in our lives through journaling. Journaling jot down the 1- 5 bare necessities that make your life special and worth gives us life-changing potential; it stimulates self-growth and it helps us living every single day. clear our minds. In the de-cluttering process, it's imperative that we keep our lives free and clear from accumulating more "junk," and 2. Step Two: Sort Stuff: Hear your own heart. In this step, I want you journaling will help us stay on track. Pull out an old journal (or grab a to listen, very, very closely to what your heart says are the most new one) and start writing. important values that you hold dear. Listen for what makes your life rich and savory. What does your heart says makes you happy? What gives 5. Step Five: Give Away: Encourage someone else. Neuroscientists you purpose and meaning? Who do you want to become? Hearing say that our brains "heal" when we serve others! In this step of deyour own heart helps you to focus on the values that you hold dear. cluttering our lives it's analogous to the organizer giving away items that have been collected. When you get to this step, you take what 3. Step Three: Organize: Ask for what you want. Now that you've you've learned about yourself through the other steps and you help distilled down to the basics and have listened for what gives your life others in your life. Give away your time. Volunteer. Help your neighbors meaning, it's time to ask for what you want from yourself and others! or friends, share love and laughter. This is a wonderful "end" to a new Asking is huge. It's audacious! It's having the guts to say, "I want love de-cluttered life! from you," or, "I want you to respect me," or it's saying, "I need to take care of myself right now." Asking is uncomfortable, especially for those

By Jennifer Keitt, author of the self-help book, Shake Up Your Life: of us who are fiercely independent. But asking for what you want and 30 Steps to Powerful Brilliant Living. www.jenniferkeitt.com need first from yourself and then from others is a liberating experience.

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Zion Lutheran Preschool Is your child turning 2, 3 or 4 in 2015?

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SHOPPING

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GRAB THE BEST BUYS THIS JANUARY

hopping may be the last thing on the average person's mind once the holiday season has ended, but January may be a great time to go bargain hunting.

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Though sinking January temperatures can make winter seem endless, retailers already have spring on their minds when the calendar turns, and many use the first month of the year to clear out inventory and make room for spring merchandise. If you're ready to shop, the following items might be available at heavy discounts. · Winter clothing: January can be a great time to get discounts on winter apparel. Sweaters and coats have been on display since September, and stores are ready to start displaying their spring collections. Use that accumulated Christmas cash to stock up on coats, sweatshirts and even snow boots.

JANUARY IS THE PERFECT TIME TO SAVE BIG ON CERTAIN ITEMS!

· Exercise equipment: Many people resolve to get in shape come the new year, so it comes as no surprise that fitness gear and equipment is on sale in January. Look for deals on home gym equipment, workout wear and items for winter sports. If you are in the market for a gym membership, health clubs typically offer discounted fees and incentives to join in the first month of the year. · Home furnishings: Several manufacturers release new furniture collections in February, and retailers must clean out their old inventory beforehand. If you are in the market for big-ticket home furnishings, hold off until after the holidays and your patience may just be rewarded with considerable savings. · Holiday items: Now is the time to stock up on holiday décor as retailers reorganize for Valentine's Day and spring holidays. Take inventory of any decorations that broke during the season as well as anything you are thinking of replacing. Purchase cards, wrapping paper and other holiday items now and pack them away until next year. · Vehicles: January and February can be ideal times to find discounts on both new and preowned vehicles. Drivers may not to want to drive

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new vehicles through messy winter conditions, so they will usually wait to buy until spring. Dealerships recognize this and will drop prices on vehicles during the winter to try to entice shoppers to buy. You might find it easier to negotiate a better deal in January and February than you would later in the year when demand is higher. · Big-ticket electronics: January is traditionally one of the best months to buy electronics because this time of year is when the Consumer Electronics Show unveils the newest technology. As people upgrade to new models and systems, last year's merchandise is put on sale. Sports fans also may want to upgrade the size of their televisions now so come February 1st they can watch the Super Bowl in style. · Jewelry: January is slow for jewelry retailers, and that lull can be advantageous to buyers shopping in January. Splurge on jewelry now before prices spike for Valentine's Day. Bargain hunting consumers may want to brave the winter weather and shop till they drop this January, when retailers may be looking to unload inventory as they prepare for the spring shopping season.

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GOOD SPORTS Families On The Move of NYC, Inc.

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Teddy Atlas III Blazing His Own Trail in NFL The little boy and his dad crossed the street from their Sunnyside home nearly every afternoon and headed for the park, the dad toting a large duffle bag filled with all types of sports equipment.

They’d play baseball, football, basketball and even lace on boxing gloves and spar a bit. And when they were done playing together, other kids would join in, or the dad would leave and the boy played with friends until his mom called out from their fourth-floor apartment window: “Teddy, it’s dinner time.”

It was a ritual except when the dad was away on business— and mom took over.

“I was surprised the first time my mom stepped in,” said Teddy Atlas III, the son of famous boxing trainer Teddy Atlas Jr. and Elaine Atlas. “But she would pitch to us, run the bases.”

Pretty cool mom.

In the years that followed, Atlas spent a lot of time around pro sports, “in the gym, at major sporting events and meeting professional athletes” through his dad’s work in boxing.

It’s not surprising, then, that Teddy Atlas III would wind up with a career in sports. At 29, he’s the scouting coordinator for the Oakland Raiders of the National Football League and loving every minute of it.

“I get paid to watch football for a living,” Atlas said.

It’s a lot more involved than that, but more on that later.

Atlas grew up like a lot of kids from local sports families. He played in the Staten Island Boys Football League, the East Shore Little League, the Mid-Island Babe Ruth League and CYO basketball for St. Teresa’s, and wound up on the football, basketball, and baseball teams at St. Peter’s High School.

Naturally, Atlas also boxed, trained by his dad. He later boxed a bit at Northeastern University in Boston, where he graduated with a degree in economics. Having interned with the Jets when Eric Mangini was head coach, Atlas found himself with two job offers after graduation: one with an accounting firm and the other in football operations with the Cleveland Browns, where Mangini wound up after being fired by the Jets in December 2008.

It was no contest.

“Without hesitation,” he said, “I took the job with the Browns.”

The hours with the Browns were long; the tasks — like being in charge of locker room music, Gatorade inventory, transportation — were many. But he stayed late on his own time and begged the player personnel guys for more stuff to do. It was a great education, and in 2010 the Browns’ president promoted him to that department.

But Mangini was fired after that season and his whole staff was let go.

So Atlas took a pile of resumes to the college Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama, and gave them out to every general manager and head coach in attendance. Two weeks later the Raiders called him, and Atlas moved to Oakland, where he’s been for four seasons.

In 2013, he was promoted to Raiders scouting coordinator. His responsibilities run the gamut, from coordinating prospects’ evaluations to evaluating that talent himself; from talking to agents of potential free-agent players and working them out. He also arranges the advance scouting reports of teams the Raiders will play each week.

“He is a great worker,” Raiders General Manager Reggie McKenzie told The Press Democrat newspaper in California, “and he understands football. And he understands what needs be done. No job is too big for him.

Those are the kind of guys you need to have around your team.”

Atlas loves all of it. “It doesn’t feel like a job a lot of days,” he said. “I get to watch guys I helped draft. I have a say.”

He credits his parents for preparing him well for the challenges and responsibilities of the job, such as “seeing what my father went through to get to the top of his profession, the hard work, long hours and sacrifices he made. And the sacrifices my mother made, too,” he said.

He also gives credit to Mangini, who taught him “how to grind,” he said.

Atlas, who bears a strong resemblance to his dad, does miss his family — his parents, who now live on Todt Hill, and older sister Nicole, an attorney and part-time boxing judge — and friends on the Island, but is comforted by his parents’ visits and the arrival of fiancée Lana Guzik, a Brooklyn girl, who joined him in Alameda, California.

He laments having missed the last six Dr. Theodore A. Atlas Foundation dinners, which honors his grandfather, is run by his dad, brings celebrities to Staten Island, and raises thousands for worthy causes.

And in those rare times the job gets him down, Atlas has a good fall- back plan.

“I think to myself that I’m not as smart as the other guys; that I never played football on this level,” Atlas said. “But I’m lucky to have the relationship I have with my father. He can motivate anybody.”

He also laments missing his sister’s law school graduation and friends’ weddings in order to chase his dream. “I’ve sacrificed so much. I have to make it.”

Make what, exactly? Well, there are 32 NFL football general managers in the world.

Atlas wants to be one of them.

Joe LoVerde has been coaching youth sports on Staten Island for nearly 40 years. He’s also a longtime newspaper editor and sportswriter.

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STAY HEALTHY

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COLDS BEFORE THEY START

he stuffy nose, aches and pains that often accompany the common cold can leave sufferers feeling miserable for a week or more. Cold season seems to kick into high gear when the temperatures drop, but this can be the year you don't come down with a case of the sniffles. The following cold prevention tips can increase your chances of making it to spring without losing any days or sleep to the common cold.

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Pregnant women with heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, kidney disease, cancer, seizure disorders or autoimmune disorders are potentially at risk.

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• Be cautious when using assisted reproductive technology (ART). Consider how many embryos will be implanted: Multiple pregnancies carry a higher risk of preterm labor • Seek regular prenatal care. Prenatal visits can help your healthcare provider monitor your and your baby’s health • Eat healthy. You’ll need more folic acid, calcium, iron and other essential nutrients. A daily prenatal vitamin can help fill in any gaps • Gain weight wisely. A weight gain of 25 to 35 pounds is often recommended for women who have a healthy weight before pregnancy.

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Cheers and tears of joy typically follow this pronouncement with congratulatory hugs being shared among guests. What was once a traditional moment to be shared and remembered by all present is a fading tradition for many of today’s young couples.

Most of today’s announcements are shared in 140 characters or less, with a short video, or image. Just as technology plays a role in our daily lives, technology is being integrated in all aspects of our lives.

IT’S IMPORTANT TO TALK TO YOUR CHILDREN ABOUT DIGITAL OVERSHARING.

From the moment of confirmed conception, you know the picture of the proud soon-to-be mom sharing her "+" (positive pregnancy test) via social media, we socialize our yet-to-be born children online. Next are the growing baby-bump and nursery preparation images. Until one day, we see what we have been waiting for. The social media post from the delivery room. Sometimes we see a clean, cuddly baby and sometimes we see a crying, still attached, straight-from-the-womb newborn.

Every "first" the new bundle of joy has will be documented forever in social media archives with words, sounds, and both still and moving pictures – the first new family photo, first snuggle with the big sister, first bottle, first diaper change, first car ride, first nap on your shoulder, first trip to grandma and grandpa’s, first smile, first giggle, and first swipe on a smart phone or tablet. I know you have seen it; the image of an infant or toddler "playing" on the device du jour.

And it doesn’t stop there. We see images of toddlers being potty trained holding an iPhone and images of toddlers or young children

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having a "play-date," yet each child is holding his or her own tablet and not interacting with the other child. Or the family is at the restaurant sitting around the table, each one staring at the screens of their favorite device, while all but ignoring the physical presence of their most cherished family members just an arm's-length away.

Clearly, as a society we are raising Digital Natives. But we are also raising Digital Naïves.

When we hand our youngest children smartphones and tablets to keep them entertained, we are missing something. We are missing the opportunity to ingrain cyber ethics into their developing minds, the minds of the next generation. It is hard to read, watch or listen to news media today without hearing of a tragic or unfortunate event related to technology.

What happens if you teach your child about security, privacy, empathy, bully response, screen-time balance, and other aspects of cyber ethics starting at three years old? Perhaps we will raise a generation that knows how to deal with over-sharing on social media, cyberbullying, online enticement of minors, and online trolls.

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• Second, talk to your children. Find out what their favorite game or app is.

Ask if they interact with other players, and if so, how? Ask questions that help your child learn. For example, instead of telling your child, “Don’t communicate with strangers in an app.” Ask them, “Why do you think it is not a good idea to share information with someone you met through an app or game?”

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• Fourth, talk to your family and friends and have them help raise their children to be savvy cyber kids, just as you are striving to do. Why? Even if you do everything in your power to educate and protect your child, what happens when they go to a friend’s or family member’s house who isn’t raising their children to be cyber aware?

• Fifth, remember there is no silver bullet to raising your kids in a world full of technology. What it takes is your time and dedication as a parent to use the resources available to you.

So, put down your phone, look your child in the eye, tell them you love them and give them a big kiss. No technology can do that.

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LIFE IS GRAND!

by Marianna Randazzo

Some Perks for Growing Older If you've made it past your 50th birthday, you have some rewards points to cash in. Financial perks are just beginning, so be aware, if not for yourself, perhaps your parents or elder relatives. There are dozens of ways to save money — including some programs that aren't widely advertised — if you're not too modest to boast about your age. Read on to discover some of the categories in which you can still enjoy a seniority advantage.

• Some fast food chain or franchise businesses offer free or discounted menu items to customers who are 55 +; just ask the clerk. Since you look so fabulous, no one is going to offer it to you! (See this column online for a link to local restaurants deals.)

• After calling many hair salons seeking a senior discount, I found out that the one my mother and I had been using, Hair Express, has been offering discounts for years at their locations throughout Staten Island. See? You never know unless you ask!

• Love to shop? It may be a senior day. A few retailers in Staten Island are: Banana Republic: 10% off (50+) Dress Barn: 10% off (55+) Hallmark: 10% off one day a week (date varies by location) Kohl’s: 15% off (60+) Modell’s Sporting Goods: 10% off. Rite Aid: 10% off on Tuesdays, and Salvation Army Thrift Stores: up to 50% off (55+).

• If you are in the traveling mode this year, inquire about senior discounts before booking. American Airlines, American Eagle and American Connection® may offer Senior Fares in some domestic markets for seniors 65+. But, be aware while senior discounts are available through several airlines, these fares do not always offer the best deal. The discount is typically taken off of the full ticket price.

• Keep fit. Jewish Community Center of Staten Island offers free programs and transportation for certain programs. Take note that most JCC social services are free and transportation is available for adults 60+ or disabled. The YMCA also offers programs and discounts specially designed for seniors.

• Bills. Some utility companies offer a senior discount and some are based on income. Study your bills to see if you are eligible. Property tax discounts are another perk that varies greatly by location, but considering that the benefit is retroactive in many of the places where it's available, it's worth looking into. I mention these discounts for those with parents who are out of state.

• AARP. For $16 per year, you will receive a magazine, literature, and nonstop access to special offers on everything from local entertainment to worldwide travel.

• U.S. National Parks: $10 lifetime pass; 50% off additional services including camping for folks 62+.

• Reduced fare (half the base fare) MetroCards for riders 65+ or those with a qualifying disability.

• Cell phone service. AT&T: Special Senior Nation 200 Plan $29.99/mo (65+).

Verizon Wireless: Verizon Nationwide 65 Plus Plan $29.99/mo (65+). If you need something simple and inexpensive, consider Jitterbug: $10/month cell phone service (50+).

• Groupon is an easy way to get huge discounts while discovering fun activities to do. It’s great fun for gifts, as well.

Although this list is not exclusive or all-inclusive, it does offer a taste of what is available. As always, be aware that offers may change. Don’t be afraid to ask for the senior discount, this is our time to get a break!

Visit this column online at SIParent.com for links to places listed and to see a more expanded list.

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just go for whatever sounds appealing? And will you tell your friends and family which name you are selecting or keep it to yourself until the big day?

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tarting something new can be a scary experience; especially a toddler’s first day of preschool. Former laze around days of being at home or in a daycare setting will soon be replaced with the educational atmosphere so many children are excited to experience. Why not get your preschooler pumped up about starting school? These nine, fun ideas will get your juices flowing as to how to get your little ones ready for their big day.

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2. Attend the open house. Most preschools will have an open house where you can meet the teachers. As ‘little’ as this might seem, it’s actually A FEW TIPS FOR MAKING THE FIRST DAY A BREEZE! a really important step in establishing a relationship between 6. Get everyone on board. Kids get excited when they feel cheered the teacher and child. Great Beginning’s Lead preschool teacher Cathy on by their family. When grandma and grandpa call, have them pump Bolin says, “Meeting the teachers, exploring the room, learning about up your child about how excited they are that school is about to start. the environment your child will be in sets your mind at ease when it is Skype is a great way to involve everyone and have some real face to time to take them that first day of school. I like having an open house face time with your preschooler. because it seems to take the first day jitters away from parent and child and they seem to be comforted by knowing how everything will work 7. One of the most important tips…your camera! Don’t forget to together for that school year.” capture this special moment on film.

3. Help your daughter pick out an outfit for the big day. The night 8. Breakfast. Breakfast. Breakfast. It doesn’t have to be anything before or even a few days before the actual day of school, let her try on fancy but do make it a point to send your preschooler off with a full her clothes (and backpack). This will be sure to get your little one belly. It will help him concentrate and hold him off until snack time. excited for the real day.

4. Go over a ‘mock’ schedule with your preschooler. You might not know what the school’s actual curriculum will look like, but you can give your child an idea of what his morning might look like depending on how many hours each day he will be going to school.

9. Turn up the volume. Music always has a way of getting kids excited. It may even become ‘your’ thing with your child that only the two of you do on the days she has school. Think of it as starting a special tradition.

5. Take your child to get their haircut. Who doesn’t feel better when they get their hair cute? Why not do the same for your daughter?

Schedule the appointment about a week before school starts. That way, if the haircut goes south…you have a few days for it to grow back.

Take these tips and try them out before your child’s big day.

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

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Toddlers, Pre-K & After School. Ages 18 months to 6 years. Fully licensed and insured. Mon-Fri, 7am-6pm.

Objective: Nurturing, fun filled learning environment where children explore and grow through multiple hands-on experiences.

Building Blocks Montessori School 55 Forest Avenue • 10301 718.448.2992 • bbms411@verizon.net See our ad www.buildingblocksmontessori.com on page 44

Programs: Preschool-elementary 5th. Full and half day. Full curriculum plus Spanish, art, music, gym, yoga and multicultural studies.

Objective:

Watch school videos, look through, photo galleries and more!

Community Resources Preschool 3651 Richmond Road • 10306 718.351.6416 • j.smith@cr-si.org

Programs: Full day UPK, preschool, full and half day. Special education, centerbased programs, integrated classes, SEIT, extended day.

Objective: CR Preschool provides a safe, stimulating environment which is accepting of each child’s unique abilities.

Montessori guided open classroom programs aimed at developing confidence, independence and a love of learning.

Children’s Harbor Montessori School

Eltingville Lutheran School

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Pre-school: 3-5 yrs. Infant-stimulation: 0-2 yrs.

Inclusion. Itinerant program.

Objective: ABA training, speech/language, fine motor, gross motor behavior, learning disabilities.

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1298 Woodrow Road • 10309 718.317.8143 • Doris Cannizzaro/Dawn Burnett admin@highhopeschildcare.com www.highhopeschildcare.com

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3 & 4 year old programs. Half and full day sessions.

Extended day available.

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Ages 2-5, including Kindergarten. UPK provider.

Full & half day options. Extended hrs.

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Infant care through Universal PreK. Half and full day programs available.

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Our preschool program gives children a foundation that prepares them for a lifetime of learning.

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1000 Richmond Terrace • 10301 718.442.6112 • Dina Baio-McLaughlin See our ad on page 49 childharborms@aol.com www.childrensharbormontessori.com

Unique learning environment located on the grounds of Snug Harbor Cultural Center. Individualized Montessori Curriculum. Arts-integrated classrooms.

We are dedicated to creating a loving environment where your child will learn and grow.

Holy Child Preschool 4747 Amboy Road • 10312 718.356.5159 • JoAnn Gaal holychildprek@gmail.com www.holy-child.org

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Kiddie Academy of Staten Island

Notre Dame Academy

1110 South Avenue • 10314 718.698.6905 • Anna Wheeler kastatenisland@gmail.com

74-134 Howard Avenue • 10301 718.447.8878 ext. 307 kdagostino@notredameacademy.org www.notredameacademy.org

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Programs:

Programs: Parent & Me; Toddling Around for 2 year olds; Preschool for 3 and 4 year olds.

Infants, toddlers and preschoolers. After school ages 6-12. Full and part-time programs. Full day UPK-free for all 4 year olds. Open year round 6:30am-7:00pm.

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Objective: To provide an enriched learning environment where children develop a love of the school experience.

Safe, loving, secure environment. Outstanding curriculum. Small class sizes. Healthy nutritious meals. Open door policy.

Mini World Preschool Ivy League Early Learning Academy 1779 Richmond Avenue 718.982.-0202 statenisland@ivyleagueearlylearning.com ivyleagueearlylearning.com

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Programs: Ages 2.3-3 years "Mini Tots." Not potty trained OK. Ages 4 years old full day UPK. Extended hrs available.

Enrolling children ages 6 weeks – 5 years.

Objective:

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To provide a nurturing environment where children can grow & develop physically, mentally, emotionally & socially. We teach children how to think, not what to think, & to develop themselves as well-rounded individuals with an innate curiosity & love of learning.

Curriculum based program for children from crib to kindergarden.

Programs: PreK 3 – Monday – Friday, Half Day (Full Day – Numbers permitting) PreK 4 – Monday – Friday, Full Day

Objective: Academic, theme and center based. Emerging reader skills. Differentiated instruction in small groups.

Teaching social and life skills. Fostering independence.

Our Lady Star of the Sea School 5411 Amboy Road • 10312 718.984.5750 • Irma P. Cummings See our ad icjt@aol.com • www.olssparish.org on page 45

Programs: PreK 3–Tues & Thurs, Half Day PreK 4–Mon-Wed-Fri, Full day

Objective: Success through early exploration and discovery.

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Prodigy Preschool and Childcare 3080 Arthur Kill Road • 10309 See our ad 718.948.4800 • Caryl Stingo on page 17 carylstingo@thepavilion.org www.pavilionprodigypreschool.com

Programs: Monday-Friday, full time or part time. Half day or full day options. Extended hours available.

Objective: Prodigy is designed to be a home away from home for children where they can learn, laugh, grow and have fun!

Richmond Hill Children's Center 501 Richmond Hill Road • 10314 718.494.7422 • Donna M. Bak rhcc@verizon.net www.rhccny.com

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Programs: Preschool/Daycare/Free Full Day UPK/Summer Camp, Open Year Round from 7am – 6:30pm. Full Day and Half Day Programs with extended hours available.

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Programs: Day care starts at 3 mos; Toddler programs; Pre-school part/full time; Universal Pre-K; extended hours.

Objective: We offer a stimulating, individualized age-appropriate curriculum. A developmental approach fosters social & emotional growth.

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New Dorp Christian Academy 259 Rose Avenue • 10306 See our ad 718.351.4442 • Cathy Whittier on page 43 contact@ndca.e-mail www.newdorpchristianacademy.com

Programs: Accepting children 3 & 4 years old. Full or half day classes available. On-going registration.

Objective: Academics are promoted in a fun, hands-on environment. Learning takes place in a multi-sensory environment, where independence, critical thinking, sharing, cooperation & teamwork are valued & promoted.

St. Adalbert School 355 Morningstar Road • 10303 718.442.2020 • Diane Hesterhagen stadalberttuition@hotmail.com www.stadalbertschool.com

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BUILDING BLOCKS MONTESSORI SCHOOL at beautiful Silver Lake

St. Joseph Hill Academy See our ad 850 Hylan Boulevard • 10305 718.981.1187 • Eileen Gregor egregor@stjhill.org www.stjosephhill.org

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Programs:

PreK 3 to 8th grade. PreK 3 and PreK 4; full or half days.

Infant/toddler programs, Preschool program, Universal Pre-K, School age program (pending enrollment.)

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St. Teresa School 1632 Victory Boulevard • 10314 718.448.9650 www.saintteresaschool.com

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Programs: Pre K 3-3 half days (Tues, Wed, Thurs) and 2 half days (Tues, Thurs), PreK 4–5 full and half days and 3 half days (Mon, Wed & Fri).

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The Tanglewood School 15 Tanglewood Drive • 10308 718.967.2424 • Fay Taranto tanglewoodschool123@gmail.com

Programs: Montessori program. Integrated special education.

Full day UPK free for 4 year olds.

New: Preschool for 2 year olds.

Small World Preschool

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144 Bloomingdale Road • 10309 718.356.7795 • Maria Schraidt kdsrmybiz@aol.com

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High quality developmentally appropriate early childhood program that promotes physical, cognitive, social and emotional development.

Staten Island Academy 715 Todt Hill Road • 10304 718.987.8100 x802 • Caroline S. Crane ccrane65@statenislandacademy.org www.statenislandacademy.org

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Children explore, create and investigate in Staten Island’s only independent PreK 3-Grade 12 school.

Extended day included.

Objective: PreK fosters independence, encourages children to pursue individual interests and nutures developing language and social skills.

Staten Island YMCA 651 Broadway • 10310 718.981.4933 • E-mail: asicuranza@ymcanyc.org 3939 Richmond Ave • 10312 718.227.3200 • E-mail: bschiuma@ymcanyc.org www.ymcanyc.org/statenisland

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Early education and child care. Flexible scheduling.

Subsidized fees for children of CSI students.

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Christ-centered values based environment where activities develop social decision and emerging reading readiness skills.

Since 1977. Ages 2-6. Open 6:30-7:00. Toddler, Nursery, Summer & Full and Half Day UPK. Certified teachers. Discounts available.

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2800 Victory Boulevard • Bldg. 2R / Rm 104 • 10314 718.982.3190 • childrencenter@csi.cuny.edu www.csi.cuny.edu/childcare

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Early Childhood (10mos–4yrs); Nursery School (born in 2012) 2, 3 & 5-day; Free UPK (born in 2011); Enriched extended day, before & after care. Youth & Teen programs. Swim classes–all ages/levels.

Activities: Swim lessons included for 3 & 5 day Nursery School & Enriched Extended Day participants.

To develop a sense of community, respect and cooperation in our young students.

10 Joline Lane • 10307 718.984.7900 • Bonnie Wohl bwohl@voa-gny.org

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Programs: Special Needs Preschool ages 3-5; Special Ed. Itinerant Teacher ages 3-5; Evaluation Services ages 2.6-5; Sat. Respite ages 3-7; Behavior Intervention ages 3-21.

Objective: To provide educational and therapeutic services to young children with developmental delays.

Zion Lutheran Preschool 505 Watchogue Road •10314 718.981.3623 • Text: 917.853.9466 • Kim Luxoro misskimzion@aol.com www.zionlutheranpreschoolsi.com See ad on

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Terrific 2’s, Preschool for 3’s, PreK for 4’s, Parent/Toddler Interaction, Afterschool Programs and Zummer Camp.

Objective: Provide an abundance of learning opportunities that foster a child’s development in a Christian setting.

Learn more about these schools, watch videos and see photos by clicking on the “Directories” Tab on siparent.com, then on “Preschools & Daycare Centers”

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GROWING UP ONLINE

by Carolyn Jabs

How Old is AMERICAN Old Enough for KARATE OF Social Networking?

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No one under 13 allowed. That’s been the rule on most social media sites since 1998 when Congress passed COPPA, the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act. The thinking behind the law was that children under 13 aren’t developmentally ready to handle all the complexities of social networking and other online activities. They can’t anticipate the consequences of what they post. They’re more vulnerable to harassment from peers or strangers. And they shouldn’t have their data vacuumed up by marketers. The law is supposed to give kids under 13 time to grow up by requiring websites that want to interact with them to follow strict rules and get permission from parents.

Even though there are good reasons to postpone networking on grownup sites, kids have figured out that it’s very easy to lie about age online. Also, many parents regard the under 13 rule as a guideline, more like the ratings associated with movies rather than the law of the land.

As a result, millions of children have signed up for accounts on Facebook, Instagram, and other social media sites. When kids clamor for an account “because everyone else is doing it,” they aren’t wrong. A 2012 study by MinorMonitor found that 38 percent of minors on Facebook are now under thirteen.

Age restrictions are, of course, arbitrary. Some sixteen year olds are informed enough to vote and some 25 year olds aren’t, but the law doesn’t allow anyone to cast a ballot unless they are 18. Same for driving. Even if you’re capable of handling a vehicle car at 14, you can’t get a license. Admittedly, there are other areas in which age restrictions are taken less seriously. Very few young people wait until 21 to take their first sip of alcohol. And some parents reason that, if they are going to drink anyway, they might as well do it at home where they can be supervised and won’t be tempted to drive.

Similar logic seems to govern attitudes toward social media. Parents figure that, if they help a child set up a social media account, they can at least keep track of what they are doing. In some families, that may be true. And, yet, there are still compelling reasons to hold the line on the Under Thirteen rule. Parents should consider all of them before letting a child sign up for Facebook, Instagram, Vine, Tumbler, Twitter, Snapchat, or any other social media site designed for adults.

Lying. Fudging your age may not seem like a big deal. Most adults eventually decide that it’s OK to deviate from the truth now and then, especially to spare another person’s feelings. Children, however, need a great deal of experience with telling the truth if honesty is to become their default position. Allowing—or encouraging—a young child to lie about age opens up questions about truth and trust long before children are ready to think clearly about them. If you don’t want your

child to regard truth as optional, it may be unwise to make exceptions too early.

Laws. The under-thirteen rule brings websites into compliance with laws to protect children from predators. Some people believe the law could be improved, but that’s not necessarily a justification for breaking it, especially since you probably want your child to comply with other protective laws such as those that prohibit the sale of cigarettes or liquor to minors. If a child has permission to disregard age rules about social networking, will he or she feel free to click through other legal barriers such as the “you must be 21 to enter” warning on sites that feature pornography?

Risks now. Research suggests younger social media users are more vulnerable to harassment in part because they have fewer tools to cope with online aggression. In addition, kids may see content, including advertisements, that parents would rather they not see. Because they are curious and less guarded, younger children are also more likely to click on malware, malicious software that takes control of a social media account to collect data or send spam.

Risks later. Once Facebook users turn 18, they are subject to adult rules—anyone can search for and message them, and they’ll see ads for products considered suitable for adults including gambling, liquor, diet products, and dating services. A child who shaves three years off her age will be exposed to all of this when she’s 15 instead of 18.

Alternatives. They do exist. A number of engaging social networking sites have been designed specifically for children.

Yousphere, Kidzvuz, Frankentown, Fanlala, and Fantage are just some of the websites that offer children under 13 a safe place where they can experiment with sharing, chatting and blogging. All of these sites require verifiable parental consent, and many have monitors or filters that keep kids from saying and doing things they might regret later. Kids who learn the basics on these sites will be better prepared when they enter the rough-and-tumble world of adolescent social networking. (If you decide that a child under 13 would be better off on one of these sites, Facebook makes it easy to deactivate an underage account at www.facebook.com/help/contact/209046679279097.)

The world of social media changes fast, and there are rumors that Facebook is considering a “with parental permission” category for its users. Until that happens, parents of children under 13 need to think carefully about whether early social networking supports or undermines their values. Kids, of course, will often push to do things before they are ready. And it’s easy for parents to feel pride when a child seems precocious. The truth, however, is that childhood is not a race. There’s no prize for finishing first, and social media may be one of those places where just a little more maturity can make a very big difference.

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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COVER STORY 6 Signs You Need a Break From Being Mommy • You’re not sure what you’d want to do, given time alone.

• You can’t remember the last time you had the house to yourself.

• You’re surprised to hear your given name.

• You could practically live out of your car with all of the food, clothing, and gadgets in there.

• You don’t close the bathroom door any more.

Why bother?

• You still carry a diaper bag, even though your kids have been potty trained for years.

For a touching look at the power of being called by your given name after years of being “Mommy,” check out the Japanese YouTube video “Call Her Name” by POLA (with the closed-caption feature turned on). http://youtu.be/oiF_qeICoLU.

While in college, Michele Kus walked out of a jazz band audition, vowing never to play music publicly again. Burnout had pushed her over the edge. Twenty years later, after seven years as a mom and the birth of her third child, she was exhausted from parenting and in need of a territory to call her own. Unexpectedly, she found herself being drawn into playing keyboard at her church. This time music became a lifeline.

“The music is fully mine. It is me being fully me. It is not something I do for my children or for my husband; in fact, they must make sacrifices for me to do it,” Kus explains.

At the beginning when we are establishing a family, we adopt our new roles wholeheartedly, even calling each other “Mommy” and “Daddy.” But as the kids grow and we never hear our given name, it can be discouraging. Limiting our identity to one role has the potential to build resentment. And it can diminish our ability to be our best as a parent. Want to be a better, more fulfilled mom? Try one or more of these seven ideas for reclaiming yourself as a whole person:

1. Establish a ‘no kids zone’ in your house. They may follow you everywhere (including the bathroom), but that does not mean you don’t

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deserve a space of your own. Even a chair or nook designated off-limits to everyone but you can provide a respite when the troops are restless.

2. Spend time around people who don’t know your children. It’s natural for the majority of our associates during the child-rearing years to be those who play a role in our children’s lives: parents of playmates, fellow PTA members, neighborhood moms. However, this limits us to being identified as somebody’s mom. When you engage with others minus the kids, you have the chance to express another side of yourself.

This can be as simple as going to the gym or a Pilates class once a week.

3. Accomplish a personal goal. We often have the sense that the world drops off at our doorstep; that we have to put everything on hold for the sake of our children. But the truth is, our kids can appreciate us more when they see us making time for ourselves too. And fulfilling one goal can lead to other opportunities.

For Kus, engaging in music again has spawned new aspirations: making an album, learning how to DJ, writing soundtracks.“It has opened a whole new world for me,” she says. “I feel like I have come back to life, and my husband and kids have seen the change in me.”

MOMMY HAS ANOTHER NAME: 7 Tips for Reclaiming Your Identity Post Childbirth

4. Have a ‘big people dinner’ with just your spouse. Feed the kids a child-friendly meal of chicken nuggets or mac ‘n cheese. Then focus your energy on creating a more sophisticated meal for the adults in the house. Pull out the china and light some candles. Once the kids are all tucked in bed for the night, enjoy a peaceful, uninterrupted meal. One caveat? Try not to discuss the kids over dinner. Instead Kus suggests,“Talk about what gives you energy – your dreams, your desires.”

7. Get physical. Engage in a sport or activity you enjoyed as a youth.

Whether through drawing, playing tennis, or playing piano, using your body to do something once very familiar can be emotionally satisfying.

Unlike our memory of information, muscle memory (or what scientists call “procedural memory”) sticks much longer-term. The result is that we can connect with our identity prior to motherhood through actions we learned long ago.

5. Find a job. Consider looking for work as your children reach school age. Even a few hours each week can make a difference in your attitude toward yourself.

As many women have found, motherhood can be an all-consuming profession. But it does not have to claim our personal identity too. Given a bit of attention and intention, we can be ourselves and Mommy. . . and we should. As Kus says, “No one can be you. No one carries the unique gifts, skills, passion and heart that you do.”

Kathleen Wolf, a mother of two, started as a substitute teacher before going back to teaching full-time. The results for her have been positive.“I feel more confident and that my kids are not my whole world,” she explains.“I have a purpose again.”

6. Make a date – with yourself. Arrange for someone to take child duty (spouse, grandparent, friend), then escape for a day doing what you like best – reading, napping, shopping. Not sure what to do? Pick a day and jump in the car to see where it takes you. You may be surprised.

By Lara Krupicka, a parenting journalist, mother of three and author of Bucket List Living For Moms: Become a More Adventurous Parent.

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CELEBRATE MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY ew people in American history have had as strong an impact on the United States as Martin Luther King, Jr., the civil rights leader who was slain in 1968 at the age of 39.

Through his message of nonviolence and civil disobedience as a means to advancing civil rights for all people, King changed the lives of millions. Those changes are still felt today, nearly half a century after his death.

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Though his death was tragic, King's life remains something to celebrate, a fact recognized by the federal government in 1983, when President Ronald Reagan signed a bill creating a federal holiday to honor King. Since 2000, all 50 states have observed the holiday, which has been observed on the third Monday of January each year since 1992. For many, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a time to reflect on King's life and advance his message. Children do not have school on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, making the holiday an ideal time for parents to

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Listen to or read King's speeches.

Renowned for his abilities as an orator, King gave numerous speeches throughout his life, many of which are equally, if not more, moving today than they were during his lifetime. While King's "I Have a Dream" speech delivered in 1963 on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial is widely known, King gave many more speeches throughout his lifetime. Such speeches are an invaluable resource for those interested in learning about the life of King and his beliefs.

The life of Martin Luther King, Jr. is something to celebrate, and the holiday in his name is a great time to reflect on and study his life while making efforts to improve your community.

Learn more about the life and influence of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and see some of his famous quotes on our website, siparent.com. (Search: MLK) Post your favorite on our Facebook page on MKL day, Monday, January 19th.

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Even adults without children are likely to be enlightened by studying the Civil Rights Movement and King's life in closer detail.

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Give back to your community. A community leader who made countless sacrifices for both his own community and the nationwide community of those denied their civil rights, King is perhaps best honored by those who make efforts to give back to their communities. Parents can take their youngsters to volunteer and help the less fortunate, be it working at a soup kitchen or an assisted living facility. Many communities host outreach events on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and adults and children can take advantage of such events to honor King's legacy.

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Not liking to write does not necessarily mean that your son actually has a writing problem. By studying his written work and talking to his teachers, you can get a good idea of if he actually has a writing problem. If it appears that he does have a problem, it may be related to one of these causes: --Reading and writing are tied closely together. Good readers are usually good writers, and vice versa. Is your child currently reading on grade level?

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Answer: Reading comprehension is the number one reading skill you want your children to have. Your son does not have this skill, so he cannot be considered a good reader. Here are some things that you can use to help him improve his reading comprehension: --Preview a story and then read it to your son, or have him read it to you.

Before reading the story or part of a story, ask him to find the answer to a question about the setting, characters, or problems that the characters are facing. This will help him learn to focus more on the content.

--In order for him to learn how to read school textbooks, teach him the SQ4R study technique, which is explained in great detail under "SQ4R" on our website, www.dearteacher.com. It involves surveying what is to be read, writing questions to be answered, reading content, answering the questions aloud and then writing the answers and finally reviewing what has been read. Because this technique involves a lot of steps, your child will need to practice it many, many times to master it. If you use the technique with him, he will master it faster and quickly see the advantage of using SQ4R.

How to Handle a Possible Learning Disability Question: What should you do if you suspect that your child has a learning disability? – Need to Know Answer: First of all, keep in mind that children with learning disabilities usually have normal IQs; their problem lies in how their brains process and use information.

They could have an auditory processing, visual perception, communication, or other disorder. There is no one description that describes all children with learning disabilities.

If you suspect that your child could have a learning disability, your very first step is to find out as much as you can about what learning disabilities are. This is quite easy to do because many websites will give you good descriptions of learning disabilities. Two helpful sites are: LDonline at www.ldonline.org and the National Center for Learning Disabilities at www.ncld.org.

Your second step is to gather as much information as you can about your child that makes you think that he or she may have a learning disability. Then take your concerns to your child’s teacher. If the teacher agrees with your concerns, the next step is to ask for a formal evaluation of the child. Should the teacher not agree, talk with the principal.

The next step is an observation of your child in the classroom. On the basis of this report, a decision will be made on whether or not the school will have a psychometrist test your child for a learning disability.

When the testing has been completed, you will receive a copy of the results and a meeting will be scheduled to completely go over everything in the written report. At this meeting, you will find out whether or not your chld has a learning disability and if the child qualifies to receive special education services.

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· Establish a snow day plan. Parents who cannot take days off from work will need a contingency plan for snow days. Organize a snow day club, wherein school parents rotate taking children for the day. Working parents can reciprocate by taking the school kids on a weekend and letting the other parents have a "date night." · Create a snow day entertainment bin.

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Allow kids to go out in the yard and create some pictures with the snow as their canvas. · Catch up on cleaning. Cleaning may not be the most exciting snow day activity, but it might be the most productive. Children can spend time sorting through toys and belongings in their rooms. Collect the unwanted items for donation to a charity. · Take a nature walk. Grab those boots and insulated pants and head outdoors. A walk in the brisk, cold air can boost spirits and introduce kids to the beauty of winter landscapes. Take the camera along and encourage kids to snap pictures of their favorite vistas.

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My family and friends are always good for ordering a batch — after all, everyone LOVES Girl Scout Cookies – but I really wanted to expand and grow my sales this time out. It’s important to my troop because it helps offset the costs of our activities, including our amazing annual Girl Scout camping trip. Plus, I'm older now, so I’m more aware of stories like that one Girl Scout who sold 20,000+ cookies (yes, twenty THOUSAND!), and I’ve read up on her tactics and suggestions for success. Her story inspired me to step up my game.

With a little help from my Mom, I put together a plan of action to walk around to the businesses in my neighborhood (we have lots of them in New Dorp), especially those spots that serve refreshments to their customers, like salons, car dealerships, jewelers, banks, etc. We printed out business cards, picked up a book of receipts from Staples (carbon copy and all!), and I practiced a few sales pitches in front of my mom (and the video button on her iPhone). It was all very official; Mom said she was very proud of me for the “career lessons” I was developing.

The first time out was nerve wracking, I’m not going to lie. As outgoing as I am, it was difficult to talk to people, even though I was familiar with many of them from the neighborhood. I did get one flat-out rejection (apparently, some law offices frown upon people selling anything, even me — an 11-year-old Girl Scout), but beyond that, everyone was really, really nice. The receptionists at AF Bennett were so excited to see me and place orders, as were the folks in B&A Jewelers, the kind staff at Chase bank, and our friends at the local dry cleaner.

The more places I visited, the easier it got. Thanks to reaching out of my immediate circle — even if that was still in the circle of a few blocks from my house – has me well on my way to reaching the goal I set for myself. It’s definitely a good feeling to work hard and then see that pay off!

As of this writing, I still have a few weeks to sell, so watch out, New Dorp! I’m coming with lots and lots of sweet temptations! It’s fun being “official,” “professional,” and “organized” – I got those compliments (and more!) along my selling path. This Girl Scout stuff is fun!

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Preschool Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 11:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5 Conference House Tours The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Kidz Cook SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 2, 3 & 4:00 pm • Free Snow Globe Craft Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 3:00 pm • Free • Ages 5-12 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 3-10

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Celebrate the New Year with a wintry walk on the beach. Enjoy observing birds and dormant grasses while discussing ideas and concerns for the year ahead.

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Craft Corner Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free Ages 3-11 Kiddie Game Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free Ages 6-11 LiteracyINC: Story Hour Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 5:30 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt DeMatti Field House 718-816-5256 7:00 pm • Free • All ages

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Shape Up NYC: Low Impact Aerobics and Stretching West Brighton Senior Center 718-727-9763 11:00 am • Free • Seniors

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Shape Up NYC: Ageless Grace West Brighton Senior Center 718-727-9763 10:00 am • Free • Seniors Shape Up NYC: Holistic Yoga Walker Park 212-639-9675 10:00 am • Free • All ages Tot’s Time Plus SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 per child • Ages 1-5 Baby & Me Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 11:00 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5

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CALENDAR EVENTS at siparent.com Expanded & Enhanced

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Finding the right preschool for your child is no simple task. S.I. Parent wants to make it easier on you. Our January Preschool Directory starts on Page 41, or you can visit siparent.com anytime for a list of schools in our Online Preschool Directory.

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Shape Up NYC: Sweat Therapy Walker Park 212-639-9675 7:00 pm • Free • Ages 13+

Special Guest Presenter – Mike Lane, Author of the Magic Shop Children’s Series Barnes & Noble 718-982-6983 9:30 am • Free • All ages

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

Shape Up NYC: Zumba Greenbelt Recreation Center 718-351-3450 10:00 am • Free • All ages

Toddler Time Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 10:30 am • Free • Ages 1.5-3

Shape Up NYC: Mind Body Fusion Conference House Museum (718) 984-6046 10:00 am • Free • All ages

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

Shape Up NYC: Zumba Toning Faber Park 10:30 am • Free • All ages

FRIDAY, JANUARY 9

Pre-School Story and Craft Huguenot Library 718-984-4636 10:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5 Preschool Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 11:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5 Conference House Tours The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free All ages Kidz Cook SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 2, 3 & 4 pm • Free Fun Fridays Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free Ages 4+

La Leche League Weekend Meeting Huguenot Library 718-984-4636 11:00 am • Free • Adults Saturday Storytime Barnes & Noble 718-982-6983 11:00 am • Free • All ages Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve Clay Pit Ponds 718-967-1976 11:00 am • Free Shape Up NYC: Dance & Fitness Faber Park 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Family Films: The Last Unicorn New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • All ages Cinema Saturdays Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 3:00 pm • Free • All ages

Wii Love Gaming Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 5-11

Bricks 4 Kidz Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Must Register • Ages 6-12

Annual Winter 10 Mile Greenbelt Walk Greenbelt Nature Center 718-351-3450 9:15 am • Free •

Free Movie: When They Could Fly Every Thing Goes Book Cafe and Neighborhood Stage 718-447-8256 8:00 pm • Free • All ages

SATURDAY, JANUARY 10

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

SUNDAY, JANUARY 11 Conference House Tours The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages

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Art Studio SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free • Ages 2-10

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

Teen/Tween Painting Workshop Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 10:30 am • Free • Ages 10+

Long Pond Park Walk Long Pond Park 1:00 pm • Free •

Wii Gaming Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 2:45 pm • Free • All ages

Tot’s Time Plus SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 per child • Ages 1-5

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

Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3-11

MONDAY, JANUARY 12

All Join In! Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 11:00 am • Free • Ages 2-4 Baby Space Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 11:45 am • Free • Ages 0-18 months

ANNUAL WINTER 10 MILE GREENBELT WALK Saturday, January 10 Greenbelt Nature Center 9:15am-4:00pm Free 718-768-9036 siprotectors.org

Come join others who enjoy a cold day outdoors!

Walk ten moderate miles at a comfortable pace and see what the winder woodland has to offer.

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Read Aloud Huguenot Library 718-984-4636 4:00 pm • Free • All ages Homework Help Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 5:00 pm • Free • Grades 1-6 Shape Up NYC: Zumba Greenbelt Recreation Center 718-351-3450 5:30 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Cardio Burn McDonald Park House 5:30 pm • Free Ages 13+ Shape Up NYC: Kettle Bell Faber Park 6:30 pm • Free All ages Shape Up NYC: Mind Body Fusion Conference House Museum (718) 984-6046 7:00 pm • Free All ages Shape Up NYC: Body Blast DeMatti Field House 718-816-5256 7:30 pm • Free • All ages

TUESDAY, JANUARY 13 Shape Up NYC: Zumba Faber Park 9:30 am • Free • All ages

Shape Up NYC: Body Conditioning Statepleton Senior Center 718-876-5660 10:00 am • Free • Seniors

Preschool Storytime Richmondtown Library 718-668-0413 11am & 1pm • Free • Ages 3-5 Tuesday Storytime Barnes & Noble 718-982-6983 11:00 am • Free • All ages Teen Lounge Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 2:30 pm • Free • Grades 6+ Afternoon Story Time and Craft Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 3:30 pm • Free • All ages Craft Corner Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3-11 LiteracyINC: Story Hour Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 5:30 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt DeMatti Field House 718-816-5256 7:00 pm • Free • All ages Arts Intersects January Meetup St. George Ferry Terminal 718-876-8441 7:00 pm • Free • All ages

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14 Shape Up NYC: Low Impact Aerobics and Stretching West Brighton Senior Center 718-727-9763 11:00 am • Free • Seniors Clay Day SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free • Ages 2-10 Teen Club New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18

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

Shape Up NYC: Body Conditioning Greenbelt Recreation Center 718-351-3450 5:00 pm • Free • All ages

Kiddie Tech Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 6-11

Kiddie Story Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • All ages

Life Beyond Chicken Nuggets: Making the Most of Mealtime Thursday's Child 718-980-1700 7:00 pm

Shape Up NYC: Core Strengthening & Toning Christian Pentecostal Church: Fellowship Hall 718-273-5850 6:00 pm • Free • Ages 13+

Family Storytime Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3+ Story Songs with Bobaloo Richmondtown Library 718-668-0413 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3+ Read Aloud/Picture Book Time New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 4:00 pm • • Ages 3+

ALL JOIN IN!

Monday, January 12 Stapleton Library 11am Ages 2-4 Free 718-727-0427 nypl.org

Stories, songs, action rhymes and coloring! Have fun meeting other little ones in the neighborhood and their caregivers.

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Shape Up NYC: Yoga-Relax and Stretch Walker Park 212-639-9675 7:30 pm • Free • Ages 13+

THURSDAY, JANUARY 15 Shape Up NYC: Zoomers DeMatti Field House 718-816-5256 10:00 am • Free • All ages

Shape Up NYC: Ageless Grace West Brighton Senior Center 718-727-9763 10:00 am • Free • Seniors Shape Up NYC: Holistic Yoga Walker Park 212-639-9675 10:00 am • Free • All ages Tot’s Time Plus SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 per child • Ages 1-5 Baby & Me Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 11:00 am • Free Ages 0-1.5 The Story Museum Historic Richmond Town 718-351-1611 11:30 am • $3 • Ages 0-5 Paint Day SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free • Ages 2-10 Teen Lounge Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 2:30 pm • Free • Grades 6+ Teen Lounge Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 12-18

Shape Up NYC: Sweat Therapy Walker Park 212-639-9675 7:00 pm • Free • Ages 13+

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16

Toddler Rhyme Time New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 10:30 am • Free • Ages 1.5-2.5 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 0-3 Coffee and Books Richmondtown Library 718-668-0413 11:00 am • Free • Adults Preschool Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 11:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5 Conference House Tours The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Teen Advisory Group New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Kidz Cook SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 2, 3, 4:30 pm • Free • Science Lab Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 3:00 pm • Free • Ages 5-12

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Fun Fridays Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 4+ Wii Love Gaming Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 5-11

Shape Up NYC: Mind Body Fusion Conference House Museum (718) 984-6046 10:00 am • Free • All ages

MONDAY, JANUARY 19 Shape Up NYC: Zoomers McDonald Park House 10:00 am • Free • All ages

Forest Restoration Workshop High Rock Park 718-667-2165 10:00 am • Free

Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3-11

Memoir Writing Workshop St. George Library 718-442-8560 10:30 am • Free • Adults

Shape Up NYC: Zumba Greenbelt Recreation Center 718-351-3450 5:30 pm • Free • All ages

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

Shape Up NYC: Zumba Toning Faber Park 10:30 am • Free • All ages

Shape Up NYC: Cardio Burn McDonald Park House 5:30 pm • Free • Ages 13+

Shape Up NYC: Zumba Greenbelt Recreation Center 718-351-3450 10:00 am • Free • All ages

Saturday Storytime Barnes & Noble 718-982-6983 11:00 am • Free • All ages

Shape Up NYC: Kettle Bell Faber Park 6:30 pm • Free • All ages

Monsty’s Monstrous Monster Show Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 5+

SATURDAY, JANUARY 17

MONSTY’S MONSTROUS MONSTER SHOW Friday, January 16 Great Kills Library 3:30pm Ages 5+ Free 718-984-6670 nypl.org

Join Monsty the big green monster as he introduces his relatives, the multicultural monsters of legend and folklore!

Meet the Loch Ness Monster, the Yeti, Bigfoot and more at Monsty’s family reunion.

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Kiddie Craft Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 11:15 am • Free • Ages 4-11 Shape Up NYC: Dance & Fitness Faber Park 1:00 pm • Free All ages Saturday Showtime: Ice Age Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 2:00 pm • Free All ages Family Films: Frozen New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free All ages Cinema Saturdays Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 3:00 pm • Free • All ages

SUNDAY, JANUARY 18 Conference House Tours The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages

Art Studio SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free • Ages 2-10

Shape Up NYC: Mind Body Fusion Conference House Museum (718) 984-6046 7:00 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Body Blast DeMatti Field House 718-816-5256 7:30 pm • Free • All ages

TUESDAY, JANUARY 20 Shape Up NYC: Zumba Faber Park 9:30 am • Free • All ages

Shape Up NYC: Body Conditioning Statepleton Senior Center 718-876-5660 10:00 am • Free • Seniors Tot’s Time Plus SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 per child • Ages 1-5 Tuesday Storytime Barnes & Noble 718-982-6983 11:00 am • Free • All ages Sesame Street Storytime Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 11:00 am • Free • Ages 3+ Teen Lounge Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 2:30 pm • Free • Grades 6+

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Preschool Program New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 2.5-5 Afternoon Story Time and Craft Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 3:30 pm • Free • All ages Craft Corner Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3-11 Kiddie Game Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 6-11 Sesame Street Storytime Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3+

SESAME STREET STORYTIME Tuesday, January 20

LiteracyINC: Story Hour Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 5:30 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt DeMatti Field House 718-816-5256 7:00 pm • Free • All ages

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21 Shape Up NYC: Low Impact Aerobics and Stretching West Brighton Senior Center 718-727-9763 11:00 am • Free • Seniors Clay Day SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free • Ages 2-10 Teen Club New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Bookcraft Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 4-8 Kiddie Story Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free All ages

Tottenville Library 11am Ages 3+ Free • Register 718-984-0945

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

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Read Aloud/Picture Book Time New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 4:00 pm • Ages 3+ Shape Up NYC: Body Conditioning Greenbelt Recreation Center 718-351-3450 5:00 pm • Free • All ages La Leche League Evening Meeting Google Hangout 7:30 pm • Free • Adults

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Shape Up NYC: Yoga-Relax and Stretch Walker Park 212-639-9675 7:30 pm • Free • Ages 13+

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22 Shape Up NYC: Zoomers DeMatti Field House 718-816-5256 10:00 am • Free • All ages

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 23

Toddler Time Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 10:30 am • Free • Ages 1.5-3 Toddler Time Port Richmond Library

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718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • All ages Pre-School Story and Craft Huguenot Library 718-984-4636 10:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5 Preschool Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 11:30 am • Free • Ages 3-5 Conference House Tours The Conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages Kidz Cook SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 2,3,4 pm • Free • Fun Fridays Great Kills Library

CLAY DAY Wednesday, January 21

SI Children’s Museum 1:30-4:30pm Ages 2-10 Free 718-273-2060 statenislandkids.org

Satisfy a “knead” by working with some air-dry clay and getting in touch with your tactile side.

718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 4+ Wii Love Gaming Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 3:30 pm • Free • Ages 5-11

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 Shape Up NYC: Zumba Faber Park 9:30 am • Free • All ages

Shape Up NYC: Zumba Greenbelt Recreation Center 718-351-3450 10:00 am • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Mind Body Fusion Conference House Museum (718) 984-6046 10:00 am • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Zumba Toning Faber Park 10:30 am • Free • All ages Saturday Storytime Barnes & Noble 718-982-6983 11:00 am • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Dance & Fitness Faber Park 1:00 pm • Free All ages Family Films: The Lego Movie New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free All ages

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

Art Studio SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free • Ages 2-10 Paws & Read OutLOUD Greenbelt Nature Center 718-351-3450 2:30 pm • Free • All ages

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MONDAY, JANUARY 26 Shape Up NYC: Zoomers McDonald Park House 10:00 am • Free • All ages

All Join In! Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 11:00 am • Free • Ages 2-4 Toddler Story Time Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 11:00 am • Free • Ages 1.5-3 Baby Space Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 11:45 am • Free • Ages 0-18 months Baby and Me Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 1:30 pm • Free • Ages 0-1.5 Teen Cafe Remixed New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Wii Gaming Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 2:45 pm • Free • All ages Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3-11 Read Aloud Huguenot Library 718-984-4636 4:00 pm • Free • All ages Frozen Party Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3-12 Homework Help Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 5:00 pm • Free • Grades 1-6 Shape Up NYC: Zumba Greenbelt Recreation Center 718-351-3450 5:30 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Cardio Burn McDonald Park House 5:30 pm • Free • Ages 13+

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 27 Shape Up NYC: Zumba Faber Park 9:30 am • Free • All ages

Shape Up NYC: Body Conditioning Statepleton Senior Center 718-876-5660 10:00 am • Free • Seniors

Tot’s Time Plus SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 per child • Ages 1-5

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

Preschool Storytime Richmondtown Library 718-668-0413 11:00 am • Free • Ages 3-5

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

Tuesday Storytime Barnes & Noble 718-982-6983 11:00 am • Free • All ages

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

Preschool Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 1:00 pm • Free • Ages 3-5 Preschool Storytime Richmondtown Library 718-668-0413 1:00 pm • Free • Ages 3-5

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Teen Lounge Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 2:30 pm • Free • Grades 6+

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Afternoon Story Time and Craft Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 3:30 pm • Free All ages

Tottenville Library 4pm Ages 3-12 Free • Register 718-984-0945 nypl.com

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Craft Corner Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free Ages 3-11 LiteracyINC: Story Hour Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 5:30 pm • Free All ages Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt DeMatti Field House 718-816-5256 7:00 pm • Free • All ages Potty Training… From Wet Pants to Underpants Thursday's Child 718-980-1700 7:00 pm

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Shape Up NYC: Low Impact Aerobics and Stretching West Brighton Senior Center 718-727-9763 11:00 am • Free • Seniors

Kiddie Story Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • All ages Family Storytime Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 3+ Read Aloud/Picture Book Time New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 4:00 pm • Ages 3+ Shape Up NYC: Body Conditioning Greenbelt Recreation Center 718-351-3450 5:00 pm • Free • All ages Shape Up NYC: Yoga-Relax and Stretch Walker Park 212-639-9675 7:30 pm • Free • Ages 13+

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COUNSELING FOR CHILDREN AND THEIR PARENTS Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Social Skills Training, OCD, and Autism Spectrum Disorders, Learn Coping Strategies, Relaxation & Calming Techniques, Private Insurance, CPSE and RSA

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Great Expectations..............................61

Richmond Hill Children’s Center ......53

Academic Advantage ......................63

High Hopes............................................45

Richmond University Med. Ctr. ..........58

American Karate ................................48

Holy Child Pre-K....................................40

Showplace Entertainment ................29

Art Lab....................................................79

Hugs and Kiddies ..............................32

SI Academy ....................................47, 59

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

Inspirations in Dance ..........................75

SI Community Charter School ..........77

Bario’s Pizzeria ......................................65

J+J Academy ......................................79

SI Day Camp ..........................................9

Big Bird’s Playhouse ............................81

JCC Day Camp ..................................36

SI Dental ................................................83

Bricks 4 Kidz ..........................................26

JCC Early Childhood Center ............46

SI Family Music ....................................12

Building Blocks Montessori ................44

Kaplan Test Prep ..................................57

SI Pediatric Dentistry ..........................23

Career Co. ............................................60

Kiddie Academy..................................43

SI Skating Pavilion ..............................17

Casa Belvedere ..................................92

Kiddie Wonderland ............................49

Silhouette Dance Center....................32

Castleton Hill Moravian Preschool ..62

Kidz Karnival..........................................30

Small World Dental ..............................27

Children at Play....................................35

LA Dance ..............................................77

Small World Preschool ........................44

Children’s Harbor Montessori............49

Marist High School ..............................14

SMB Studio Arts ....................................71

Costanzo’s Martial Arts ......................73

Master Curry Karate..............................3

South Shore Bar and Grill ..................12

Created By You ....................................35

Mathnasium ........................................33

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

CSI Theatre ............................................81

Mini World Preschool ..........................75

St. John ‘s Lutheran School ................26

Dea Music ............................................21

Miss Jessica’s Jamz..............................52

St. Joseph Hill Academy ....................39

Delco......................................................69

Mr. Appliance ......................................63

St. Patrick’s School................................64

Direct Behavioral Services ................61

Music Together of SI ............................33

St. Paul’s School of Nursing ................73

Dr. Lisa Lazzara (Kids Dental) ............35

New Dorp Christian Academy ........43

St. Teresa School ..................................43

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

New Dorp Moravian Church ..........71

Sunny Days ..........................................64

Dr. Michael D Simone ........................71

Oakwood Heights

Suzanne’s Fashion Corner ................79

Dr. Michelle Giumenta ......................56

Community Church ........................75

The Sunnyside School ........................14

Dr. Phyllis Merlino..................................48

Once Upon A Child ............................60

The Village Preschool ........................61

Eltingville Lutheran School ................40

Our Lady Star of the Sea ....................45

Thursday’s Child ..................................94

Families on the Move..........................22

Parent to Parent ..................................56

Total Dental Care ................................65

Farrell Driver’s Ed. ................................71

Party Jam Party Centers ....................55

United Sports Youth League ..............53

Fastrackids ............................................37

Party Jungle ..........................................79

Volunteers of America ........................40

Fidelis Care............................................13

Pinot’s Palette........................................75

Wagner College External ..................57

Fun Station ............................................31

Plumkinville............................................69

YMCA........................................................8

Geico Insurance ..................................85

Pole Position ........................................22

Young People’s Day Camp ..............25

Genesis Fertility ....................................63

Rab’s Country Lanes ..........................15

Zion Lutheran Preschool............18 & 19

Gingerbread Learning Center..........95

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

Gothic Cabinet Craft ............................7

Richmond County Savings Bank ......2

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Classroom Based Programs With ABA Instruction for 2-3 years olds (limited space)

Re-Opening North Gannon Ave

New: Day Care Class for 3 year olds

As per Section 4410 of Article 89 of the Education Law

• Group or Individual Curriculums at Your Home, Preschool or our Center.

• Diagnostic Evaluations and Therapy by Licensed Certified Professionals. Placement determined by NYC CPSE. • NYS Approved Preschool Evaluation Site.

• FREE TUITION AND TRANSPORTATION* * For all eligibile children. Funding provided through state and local agencies. Parent may transport for reimbursement.

• Developmental Areas: Behavior and Socialization, Cognitive Development, Speech and Language Hearing Loss, Physical and Occupational Therapy.

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• Call or Visit our School & Pick Up a Free Brochure.

• For Information Concerning the Early Intervention Program Call 311.

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