Golden Magazine Issue 1

Creme De-la Kids A gift that keeps on giving

Kids R People Too “It Takes a Village “ EX OUT ECZEMA

Shades of a Cure: Stomping out Cancer

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THIS MONTH’S CONTRIBUTORS

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Absolutely!

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nto the journey of GOLDEN Magazine, we soar with an undying belief in our future!

Children need to be nurtured, celebrated, and guid-­ ed in a powerful direction. Lighting up their souls within, to create an everlasting runway, which re-­ veals them as proud, fearless leaders in our universe.

Without a doubt, they are GOLDEN! When I conceived this magazine, I yearned to fill a void in the children’s publication market. Building a face of children’s fashion worldwide, providing endless resources for all communities to utilize and thereby prosper. I dreamt of publishing a guide-­ book to empower the entire family unit. I quickly realized, that through the birth of this great project would come pains of labor and countless lessons for myself as a woman, mother, sister, friend, and leader.

Since 2007, I’ve worked with a team of 25 great believers & contributors. I’m sincerely grateful for everyone who has played a role, and those who con-­ tinue to devote their time each and every day to GOLDEN. To know we share the same passion for this journey is such an honor. This magazine is a part of my life’s goal, to live in a shining Golden light with all of you, so we can continue to radi-­ ate this world into greatness. I ask myself daily, can this small vehicle create such a great impact in our future? I highly doubt my answer will ever change.

ABSOLUTELY!

FTG

Frances McGrier, Founder / Editor-in-Chief

Editorial Kwame whyte

The Gift That Keeps on Giving

Shanel B.

Teen Contributor : Prom Eyes

Ryan Bailey Ex Out Eczema

Lorraine Pellicier Haute Momma

Syntosha Allen It Take s A Village

Nikkie B. West

Stomping Out Cancer Kids R People Too

Photography Reggie Bryant City Girls

Tyquan Bates Celebration

Angelic Linen

PetiteParade Fashion Show

Contents April 2013 Issue 1

COVER CREDITS PHOTOGRAPHER Tyquan Bates FASHION Apri Janani CLOTHES Andy & Evan MODEL Jadon Hunt

This month’s cover stories 16. The gift that keeps on giving 20. Ex out Eczema 24. Kids R People Too 34. Creme De-La- Kids 42. Stomping Out Cancer 48. It Takes A Village

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Frances McGrier

Founder/ Editor-­in-­Chief

Angelic Linen

COMING SOON

Quiana Autrey

April 13th, 2013

Creative & Art Director Business Director

Nikki B. West

Managing Editor

Apri Janai

Fashion Director

Anissa Mann

Marketing Director

Farrah Pate

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Networking Director

Golden Magazine is a reference magazine that includes the latest Fashion and coming trends for Children. It offers a platform for brand visibility in a childrens market. It serves as a resource for parents by providing information on education , health, beauty and events for kids; thus offering a broad panaroma of a child’s world.

Golden Runway: Children’s Fashion Show For a Cause.

Find out more at www.thegoldenmag.com

Its A Celebration We’re excited to present GOLDEN Magazine and welcome you all to celebrate this historic moment with us.

Photographed by Tyquan Bates Styled by Apri Janai

Jojo- dress (Laundry)

Jadenshirt,pants and hat (Andy&Evan)

Golden Magazine Sip & Shop Our readers said,

Golden Magazine had the pleasure of inviting a few of their follower out to Je’Taime Shoes in Brooklyn, NY; to sip, shop and get a sneak peek at what to look forward to in the coming issue of Golden Magazine.

“Why We

GOLDEN!”

My daughter is 5 years old and GOLDEN Magazine has opened her up to work with individu-­ als other than family

I love the fact that the magazine fea-­ tures both children and designers. It is such a great outlet!

-­ NY, NY

I think GOLD-­ EN is an awesome magazine becuase it is funky, informa-­ tive and different.

-­Kai

-­ Gina, NJ

-­NY, NY

-­ Sharay

I love GOLDEN Magazine because it opens the minds of adults and shows them a modern, fun way of being todays “cool” parent!

I love the fashion for the kids and the inspiration it provides for them.

I just want to give my blessings to the founder and staff of GOLDEN. May God continue to open doors and grant you continued success.

I’m very proud of the direction you are moving in.

-­ Moe, NY

Loving the GOLD-­ EN Magazine.

Finally there is a magazine i can relate to as a mother and a fashionista.

-­Bola, Brooklyn

I love GOLDEN becuase you are truly doing some-­ thing fantastic for the commu-­ nity, Be Blessed!

-­NY,NY

I think this maga-­ zine will give kids positive examples to emulate and goals to work towards.

-­ Tosha, Pittsburgh

I love the fact you support children from diverse back-­ grounds. I wish you the best of luck and success.

-­ Brian, Brooklyn

Special Thanks Je’Taime Shoes www.jetaimeshoes.com

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“For every sling purchased, Rockin’ Baby will donate a new sling to a mother in need, and educate them on its importance.

Mother to Mother.”

Photo: www.rockinbaby.com

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ears ago when I ran errands with my daughter, I’d strap her in the Baby Bjorn carrier. I used it every day to take her to the sitter, run errands, cook and clean the house. I loved it because it had less moving parts than a stroller (I’m not a fan of strollers). Using the carrier allowed me to snuggle with my baby and keep her safe while enabling me to be handsfree.

Today, new parents use a similar carrier to keep their babies safe… it’s called the “Rockin’ Baby Sling”.

Whether you live in a suburban or urban area; work or stay at home, parents everywhere struggle with finding a safe and comfortable way to care for their child while executing their day-to-day responsibilities. The Rockin’ Baby Sling supports a child up to 40lbs while allowing Mom or Dad to be stylishly hands-free.

The Rockin’ Baby Sling comes in a variety of colors and is priced at $99.99; low enough not to break your wallet. Styles range from vibrant solid colors, my favorite is the” Orange Hero Sling” - to gorgeous floral prints, my favorite of these is “Up to the Mountain” (featured on the company’s homepage at www.rockinbaby. com.) The Sling definitely brings an air of style and sophistication to your wardrobe. It is a well-made product that can be adjusted to fit all body types. Most baby slings work well with jeans, but the

ultra-trendy Rockin Baby Sling works with well any outfit. The best feature of the sling is weight distribution. For Moms or Dads with chronic or occasional back pain, the Rockin’ Baby Sling is perfect because it distributes the baby’s weight across your entire body, thereby decreasing the stress on your back.

If that’s not enough to convince you to purchase the product, then allow me to share something else with you. According to the Rockin’ Baby website, “for every sling purchased, Rockin’ Baby will donate a new sling to a mother in need, and educate them on its importance”. Kathryn Wiley, CEO of Rockin’ Baby, has made it the mission of the company to affect the infant mortality rate in Haiti. by stressing the importance of nurturing your child. Sharing this product with Haitian women allows them to keep their baby close while they care for their other children, or do other work.

Children need to be kept close to their parent. That’s how the parent-child bond is formed and fostered.

The Rockin’ Baby Sling is a great product. It can improve your quality of life as well as the lives of others. If you do decide to pick one up, it is truly a gift that keeps on giving.

-Kwame N. Whyte

It’s springtime! Beauty. Skin. Hair-care.

Sunshine!

Finally Jack Frost is back at the North Pole and Mr. Sunshine is back for lots of Spring fun.

But with the change of season comes several much needed beauty regimens for our little ones, as well as moms and dads. Pollen in the spring is a common trigger of eczema.

“EX OUT ECZEMA” Eczema is a general term for many types of skin inflammation. The most common form of eczema is ‘atopic dermatitis’. This is also commonly referred to as ‘infantile eczema’.

Contrary to the given name, eczema can actually affect children of any age. Although the condition is most common in infants, about 1020% of all children will be impacted with ecze-

ma. The condition is known to begin in infants as early as 2mths old and can last well into the teenage years. Eczema is not contagious.

However, children with eczema, often have a family history of the condition, or other allergic conditions. Such as: asthma or hay fever. While eczema is not an allergy, it can be triggered by allergic reactions. (Dust, pollen, etc)

PREVENTION TIPS & PRODUCTS:

In order to get your family’s skin under control for spring, you should be aware and follow the subsequent tips: CLEANSE.

You must cleanse. Johnson & Johnson has a great Shea & cocoa butter product on the market called ’Johnson’s Baby Moisture Wash’. The product is soothing to dry skin.

Dermatologist-tested, Hypoallergenic, 24-hour moisture.

MOISTURIZE.

Use a moisturizer that’s oil-based, rather than water-based. The oil will create a protective layer on the skin that retains more moisture than a cream or a lotion. Aquaphor Baby Healing ointment is an excellent pick. This mild ointment restores skin to a smooth & healthy state. It is a Pediatrician-recommended formula that provides the extra gentle care for your baby’s delicate skin needs. It soothes, protects, and helps to heal dry and flaky skin.

KEEP IT COTTON.

Wear cotton only, or as much as possible during the healing process. Wearing cotton clothes that touch the skin allows the moisture treatment to soak in and enhance skin repair.

DON’T SCRATCH.

The term dermatitis indicates that there is an inflammation of the skin. As with any inflammation, if it is excessively touched or scratched, the irritation will continue to spread and grow. The inflammation can be managed by keeping the area clean, moisturized and protected with cotton allergen free materials. For infants, utilize mittens and keep nails cut low to avoid the increased irritation caused by the baby constantly scratching the affected areas.

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WHAT IS ECZEMA? YOU ASK...

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PROM EYES By: Shanel B, Golden Teen Contributor

illustration: Anne Cresci www.colagene.com

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ith prom approaching in less than 3 months, finding the right makeup, shoes and dress is becoming the number one priority for most pre-­teen & teen girls. In-­ stead of the basic makeup that matches your dress, why not mix it up and have a little fun?

Try Revlon’s new “Fanta-­ sy Lengths” eyelashes. They come in 3 sizes: Intensifying, Defining and Flirty. They’re pretty awesome because all you have to do is buy the ad-­ hesive, and then you can easily apply the lashes at home! Or even better, why not throw a “make-­over” slumber party and have a few of your besties come over to apply lashes while listening to one of your favorite albums or watching a great movie. The lashes range from $3 -­ $10. I like to call it

affordable fabulosity!

For those of you who are look-­ ing for something a bit more dramatic, I recommend Katy Perry’s new “Ka-­Boom!” -­ Color Pop Lashes. They come in blue, purple or green, and are designed to enhance your natural eye color. There is an adhesive included and the lashes are contact lens friend-­ ly, so you don’t have to worry about irritation. These won-­ derful lashes can be picked up at any Claire’s Accessory Bou-­ tique for about $7.99.

Both of these cool, fashion-­ able, cosmetic finds will give your eyes an amazing pop and add to the special sparkle in your eye for the prom. Have a great time!

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GOLDEN MAGAZINE SITS WITH FASHION GURU & ENTREPRENEUR, TAI CHUNN. By: Nikki B. West & how did you get your start?

TC: Honestly, I’ve always been into fashion since childhood. I can remember playing with my sisters’ dolls. I would put on shows for the neighborhood (laughs). I was a child growing up in a very creative family. I jumped into social work straight out of college. But every black history month I created & hosted fashion shows for cerebral palsy. My production company, MVC, is named after my sister who died from a cerebral brain aneurism. Feb 11th is her birthday.

So I took my two loves - my sister & fashion- and I made them into a show.

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or those who are not familiar with Mr. Tai Chunn, he is one of the industries top stylist and fashion show producers.

GOLDEN team members had the opportunity to catch up with the Fashion week ‘show producer’ at his annual “KidsRPeople2” Fashion show at Chelsea Piers in NYC. GM: Hi Tai, how are you? Thank you so much for taking the time to speak to the GOLDEN readers!

TC: I’m doing great, thanks. And it’s definitely my pleasure.

GM: So lets get right to it (laughs).

How long have you been in the industry

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he focus is on bringing awareness of how to detect brain aneurisms. Its Fashion and Fundraising. It’s a real women’s show filled with all shapes and sizes!!!

That was how I started to meet a few designers and eventually started doing fashion shows with them. Then was approached by fashion week and everything took off from there GM: WOW! That’s incredible and very honorable. Can you please tell us about “Kids R People 2”?

TC: Well, I watched that show growing up. I can remember learning that kids were supposed to be seen, and not heard. The kids today are getting most of their information straight from

social media, and that’s just not right.

I wanted to create a show completely around kids. I believe that every child is born fresh and ‘golden’, so I don’t do hair and makeup for the show. I also don’t do rehearsals. I say, let them have a safe place. If they want to run to mommy, let them be in a safe space to do it.

GM: Ok, that explains a lot (laughs)!

So how are the models selected? And do you use primarily reputable designers or emerging?

TC: Every year I get submissions from kids. Every year it grows. As far as the designers, with each season it changes. But I always feature a child designer. Then some years I feature ONLY emerging designers. It just depends on the theme of the show GM: Oh yes, I’m so glad you mention Children Designers! Please tell us about “Diva Davanna”.

TC: I’ve actually been a friend of Divas mom since Diva was about 5 years old. I brought Diva into the KidsRPeople2 network and I remember she stole the show! She’s been a part ever since. We also had Astro Kid from “Xfactor”, P-Star from the “Electric Company”, and a winner of Miss Teen USA. GM: You have a very interesting career. You wear so many hats. Tell us about those many hats and some of the other amazing projects you are working on.

TC: As a person of color in the fashion industry, I had to learn to do it all because no doors were being open for me. I had to hone in on my craft from a more professional aspect.

I had to learn to do hair for the RUNWAY and not just hair in my kitchen! I styled for celebrities like “LL”, “TI”, Jackie Reed, and many other people. I became a designer’s choice for how to get their lines launched.

So that’s what inspired me to start the production side of things. Right now I work closely with Soft Sheen Carlson.

GM: Wow, those are some industry legends. What project are you most proud of and who are some of your inspirations?

TC: Honestly, I’m most proud of the people I get to work with who appreciate what we do. The interns who’ve become head designers and who call me to thank me. The kids who worked hard and appreciate everything and who reach back to pay it forward.

As for inspiration, I love Yamamoto & Vivienne Westwood. Those are my favorites! My mind is like a movie screen.

GM: What would you say to encourage children who want to enter the fashion industry? Also, what advice can you give parents who want to get their child into the industry? Give

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us your thoughts on “mall based” modeling agencies? Where can parents make the right contacts and how do they know if the photos they have are good enough to send out?

TC: I have only 2 words: “Use Polaroid’s!” One shot of your child is all it should take. If an agency wants them then they will have additional photos shot. Also, make sure to have contracts- ALWAYS!!

GM: That definitely says it all.

During the fashion show we noticed how personable and excited your production staff appeared. How did you recruit your team and what in your opinion makes you a great leader.

TC: Well first off, I get to know people. I always ask them for a 3-6 year plan. I want to make sure they are accomplishing their goals as well.

When they move on from MVC, I want them standing at my shoulders, NOT my ankles. I tell my staff they don’t need to go through the struggles that I’ve gone through. Listen, Learn and Build. And just because you’ve had nightmares doesn’t mean you stop dreaming.

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Gucci Infant's & Toddler Girl's Horsebit Patent Leather Mary Jane Flats $265.00

Stuart Weitzman Infant's Bow-Tied Espadrilles $29.00

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Ballet Flats $65.00

Burberry Infant's Ballerina Bow Flats $165.00

Bloch Infant's & Toddler's Crystelle GlitterTrimmed Sheepskin Ballet Flats $70.00

Bloch Infant's Ayva Leather Bow Ballet Flats $50.00

Dolce & Gabbana Infant's Leather Mary Jane Flats $215.00

Burberry Infant's & Toddler's Check Ballerina Flats $175.00

Bloch Infant's, Todder's & Little Girl's Glitz

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P R E TTY BALLERINAS

THE BALLERINA SHOE is a staple in most little girls closets. Its simplistic elegance has the capability of transforming ordinary skirts, shorts or cuff jeans into a modern trend.

CIT Y GIRLS Naecy-skirt,top,blazer and scarf all (Zara) shoes (h&m) Arron-pants,shirt and denim shirt all (Zara) bag(laila Rowe) hat and shoes (h&m) Chrissica-pants,shirt and scarf all (Zara) jacket,shoes and hat all(h&m)

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ITS A BOYS WORLD

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delve into it

LITTLE GENTLEMEN Turning into little men, Saks Fifth Avenue has a fun range of young boys clothes that your little guy would want to wear.

GOL D E N BOY Fashion Finds 1) Have your lil one wearing the smaller version of your favorite Rayban wayfarer. www.rayban.com

2) The mutil color buttons adds a little spice to a classic polo. www.sycomj.com

3) Theses funky Jeremy Scott adidas will have your kid looking very stylish and cool. www.adiddas.com 4) Camo green jackets are a must have this spring. www.h&m.com

5) Every kids needs the everyday denim jacket.

6) These cute lil boy booties are the talk of the season paten and leather. www.zappos.com

7)

The geek glasses are great to add a little charm to your little guys wardrobe. www.h&m.com

8) Custom baby brushes 9) G-Shock watches for kids www.hypebeast.com

GOLD ENGirl Fashion Finds 1) Juicy Couture Kids - Metallic Faux Leather Skirt

2) You can never go wrong with this classic Burberry dress for your little princess. www.burberry.com

3) Find theses lil booties at zappos.com

4) Juicy couture faux leather skirt 5) Classic Burberry trench a must have for spring

6) Make your own charm

bracelets at charmit.com

7) This chic dolce& gabbana

denim shirt will jazz up any colored jeans

8) This Gucci bag will be the talk of the playground with daughter looking like mom 9) Oxfords are a must have this spring;

these are sure to rock the party with a glitter accent

10) These 80’s inspired sunglasses are cute

and girly

11) Colored jeans are a staple in your kids

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2013 Children’s Fashion Week kicked off with Play Time New York, a trade show dedicated to show casing a wide array of kids apparel items, toys, fashion products, decoration themes, maternity dresses and other related items. This year 103 American and International brands presented their 2013/2014 Fall/Winter collections which took place March 9-11, 2013.

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Photo: www.petiteparade.com

ENK International held its quarterly Childrens Club exhibition on March 9-12 which feature every category of children’s clothing from newborn to age 12, layette items, fashion accessories, footwear, toys and gifts. Children’s Club is held four times a year in NYC in January, March, August and October.

Photo: www.petiteparade.com

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ach fashion season Petite Parade and Vogue Bambini present kids fashion week in New York City. The GOLDEN Magazine team was wowed by the tiny models and designers like Andy & Evan, Diesel, Miss Blumarine, Palmalinda and many more. The two day event, took place March 10th & 11th, 2013 during Children’s Photographed by Angelic Linen

Andy & Evan

Miss Blumarine June Ambrose

Crystal Streets

Vanessa “ Rich Girlz”

DJ Fulano

Diesel Kids

Pima Linda Zutano

Alex McCord Fulano

Summer & Friend

Tristan,Taylor & Rockstar Twins

STOMPING OUT CANCER!

GOLDEN Magazine speaks to Harlem Philanthropist, Diamond Hooks By: Nikki B. West

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iamond Hooks is the President and Founder of the “Shades of a Cure” Foundation.

A proud New York City native, Diamond was born in Harlem and raised in both Harlem & the Bronx. For those of you who are curious about her unusual & interesting moniker, it is in FACT her birth given name.

to become a stronger part of the community and truly make a lasting impact.

In 2011, while conversing with a group of friends, Diamond realized that at least 3 of her family members had died from cancer. Upon sharing that information with the group, they quickly ascertained that they all had someone “near and dear” to them who was Ms. Hooks obtained a BA impacted, or had died, from degree in Criminal Studies various forms of cancer. At from the well-known John that moment, “Shades of a Jay College. She then went on Cure” was conceived. to work in the Social Services Established in 2011, “Shades field for 9 years. It was in this of a Cure” also referred to as work environment that a SOAC, was created to spread desire was sparked within her community awareness and

stroll quickly grew from 60 people in year one, to over 300 people in year two.

photo:Top Stroll in Heels 2011/2012 Photo: Women and Children show up to stomp out cancer.

“Shades of Cure” board members volunteer regularly at the Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Awareness & Prevention. SOAC

photo courtesy of Shades of Cure: (from left to right): Latanya Floyd, Tasheen Brent, Tanisha Givens, Diamond Hooks (President & Founder), Danyell Bradley (Vice President), Cicely Aronica (Executive Administrator)

provide education about has forged a strong name & prevention and early detection stellar reputation by hosting of cancer. The organization successful events within the is currently funded primarily community, such as: “Hopes & through member dues and Heroes”: donating school supplies donations from to over 200 children “A community events. affected by cancer.

There are currently “Brunch & Braziers”: RAINBOW 8 active board OF COLOR THAT an undergarment members, but the collection drive team is excited about REPRESENTS ALL coupled with a growth.

Diamond delicious meal. As FORMS OF said: “We welcome well as, their biggest CANCER” people to get involved. annual event, “Stroll in We need people who are in touch Heels”: a community fundraiser with the community and what’s & walk, while wearing high heels going on. We need individuals to stomp out cancer. with a drive to make a difference”. The attendance of the annual

photo:Top Stroll in Heels 2011/2012 Photo: Women and Children show up to stomp out cancer.

photo courtesy of Shades of Cure: (from left to right): Latanya Floyd, Tasheen Brent, Tanisha Givens, Diamond Hooks (President & Founder), Danyell Bradley (Vice President), Cicely Aronica (Executive Administrator)

The “High Heels” concept was added in order to encourage individual creativity and bring increased visibility to the ‘cause’.

Men are also invited to walk and last year one man actually wore heels! However, s p o r t i n g stilettos is not mandatory. Men and children are welcomed to participate in the walk and to showcase the footwear of their choice.

When asked about the future of SOAC, Diamond responded: “Right now we are focused on the NYC inner boroughs. However, our goal is to expand nationally. We also have plans to open a Wellness Center that will offer exercise, activities, programs, & literature for cancer patients.

The

center will provide a safe & loving space where patients can go to decrease day-to-day stress. One thing I have noticed is that the majority of youth cancer patients that I come into contact with are very happy and playful children.

When speaking with them, you would never know that they are affected.

They are such an inspiration”.

When asked why the SOAC logo is a rainbow ribbon, Diamond responded: “Our logo is a rainbow of color that represents all forms of cancer.

There are so many strands of the disease that people don’t even know about. In a whole we represent the cure for ALL forms of the disease.

WHATS NEXT: Saturday, April 13th, 2013: ̀ࠡ࠶࠯࠲࠳ࡁ ࠽࠴ ࠯ ࠑࡃࡀ࠳́ ࠶࠯ࡁ ࠾࠯ࡀࡂ࠼࠳ࡀ࠳࠲ with GOLDEN Magazine for the ̀ࠕࠝࠚࠒࠓࠜ ࠠࠣࠜࠥࠏࠧ́߻ࠔ࠯ࡁ࠶࠷࠽࠼ ࠡ࠶࠽ࡅ ࠴࠽ࡀ ࠯ ࠑ࠯ࡃࡁ࠳ ࠷࠼ ࠜࠧࠑ߼ ࠏ ࠾࠽ࡀࡂ࠷࠽࠼ ࠽࠴ ࡂ࠶࠳ ࠾ࡀ࠽࠱࠳࠳࠲ࡁ ࡅ࠷࠺࠺ ࠰࠳ ࠲࠽࠼࠯ࡂ࠳࠲ ࡂ࠽ the SOAC Foundation.

Saturday, June 29th, 2013: ̀ࠡ࠶࠯࠲࠳ࡁ ࠽࠴ ࠯ ࠑࡃࡀ࠳́߻ ࠁࡀ࠲ ࠏ࠼࠼ࡃ࠯࠺ ̀ࠡࡂࡀ࠽࠺࠺ ࠂ ࠑ࠯࠼࠱࠳ࡀ ࠏࡅ࠯ࡀ࠳࠼࠳ࡁࡁ́ ࠳ࡄ࠳࠼ࡂ߼ ࠞ࠯ࡀࡂ࠷࠱࠷࠾࠯࠼ࡂࡁ ࡁࡂࡀ࠽࠺࠺ ࠷࠼ ࠶࠷࠵࠶ ࠶࠳࠳࠺ࡁ ࡂ࠽ ̀ࡁࡂ࠽࠻࠾́ ࠽ࡃࡂ ࠱࠯࠼࠱࠳ࡀ ࠷࠼ ࠖ࠯ࡀ࠺࠳࠻ߺ ࠜࠧ߼ ࠡ࠾࠽࠼ࡁ࠽ࡀࡁ ࠷࠼࠱࠺ࡃ࠲࠳ ࠤ࠳ࡀ࠯ ࠛ࠽࠽ࡀ࠳ ࠑ࠽ࡁ࠻࠳ࡂ࠷࠱ࡁ ߴ ࠡ࠹࠷࠼ ࠑ࠯ࡀ࠳ߺ ࠞ࠳࠲࠷࠱ࡃࡀ࠳࠯࠼ࡁߺ ࠑࡃࡀ࠷࠽ࡁ࠷ࠢ࠳࠯ࡁ ࠜࠧࠑߺ ࠓ࠺࠳࠱ࡂࡀ࠽ ࠧ࠽࠵࠯ ࠯࠼࠲ ࠣ࠼࠳࠳࠹ Kreationz pastries. ࠔ࠽ࡀ ࠻࠽ࡀ࠳ ࠷࠼࠴࠽ࡀ࠻࠯ࡂ࠷࠽࠼ ࠽࠼ ࠶࠽ࡅ ࡂ࠽ ࡄ࠽࠺ࡃ࠼ࡂ࠳࠳ࡀ ࠽ࡀ ࡁࡃ࠾࠾࠽ࡀࡂ ࡂ࠶࠳ ̀ࠡ࠶࠯࠲࠳ࡁ ࠽࠴ ࠯ ࠑࡃࡀ࠳́ Foundation, email: info@shadesofacure.org

COMING SOON

Catch a flick on a raining spring day or on a hot summer night!

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Colden Center for the Performing Arts An introduction-to-classical-music concert series, KidsClassics features performances like Beauty and the Beast for kids ages 5 to 10, with activities that include concert-etiquette lessons, instruction in the science of sound, and puzzles, games, and discussions.

Queens College campus; 65-30 Kissena Blvd., Flushing 718-793-8080 Brooklyn Academy of Music BAMfamily, a weekend series, presents affordable music, dance, and theater for children and adults.

30 Lafayette Ave., near Saint Felix St. 718-636-4100 bam.org

Performing ARTS IN NYC

American Theatre ABT Kids features one-hour, fully costumed Saturday-morning programs designed for kids 4 to 12.

City Center, 130 W. 56th St., near Sixth Ave. 212-419-4321 abt.org 92nd Street Y Concerts for children ages 6 to 10 clock in at a kid-friendly 60 minutes, and are held in the intimate Buttenweiser Hall.

1395 Lexington Ave. 212-415-5500 92y.org Photo Courtesy of fandango.com

New York City Coalition of Community Schools of the Arts All of the city’s community arts schools, like Greenwich House, Bloomingdale, and the Brooklyn Conservatory, offer regular recitals by students, which young children tend to find fascinating, if not inspiring.

Recitals are free. nationalguild.org

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE” By: Syntosha Allen

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or some of you stellar parents, you already know that consistent communication with teachers is one of the things you do to help your child succeed in school. And you are doing it?

For first timers, you may not have considered that consistent outreach to teachers was much of a factor in your child’s academic success.

Then there are those of us who have older children and think letting go of this rein is inevitable, think again!

We’re on call through the middle school as well as the high school years.

When was the last time you touched b a s e with the

teachers at your child’s school?

I don’t mean because there’s a problem. Parents and students should have goals for the school year. Teachers and parents are partners in helping our kids reach those goals. Waiting for that progress report or report card to find out how your child is doing in school may be too late to make adjustments before those official documents are released and grades reported. Also, teachers and/or parents may feel like one doesn’t have the support of the other.

Touching base lets the teachers know that you want to proactively help your child succeed in school.

It also lets the teacher know that he or she is not alone in “trying” to ensure a student’s success.

What I have learned is that it takes a village to raise a child. Learning doesn’t happen only in school. The teacher alone doesn’t do teaching.

In that vein, reaching out to a teacher, even if via email, goes a long way: “Hi, Mrs. Jones. I hope all is well. Just wanted to touch base about Justin to find out how he’s doing in your class. I want to make sure he’s on a positive track, behaviorally as well as academically. Can we set up some time to chat before or after school sometime this week? Email is also a good way to communicate with me if your schedule doesn’t permit a face-toface meeting.

Thank you. Best, Mrs. Clinton”

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There are two possible scenarios that may arise from this outreach: 1) all is well and the discussion yields comments about continuing to do what you’re doing at home, etc.; or 2) some concerns are discussed as well strategies to make changes. In either scenario, the teacher sees you as an advocate for your child as well as for her. You are partners, to support each other in supporting your child.

Please don’t think that the outreach has to be as formal as an email or note. You could be in the school and run into the teacher. Having an impromptu conversation about your child at that moment is totally appropriate, as long as you ask first, “Do you have a few minutes to talk about Justin?”

When my boys were young enough that I still dropped them off in class, I made sure to chat with the teacher almost everyday, even if it wasn’t about my child. Developing a relationship with the teachers, made the relationship with my son that much more important and relevant to them.

Another important lesson I’ve learned with teachers, especially in public school, is that kids who cause disturbances or need additional academic support get the most attention and resources. This is another reason to reach out to your child’s teacher on a regular basis.

In every school, no matter how good or bad an institution, there are students who will excel no matter what. Too often in the public

school system, good students get lost in the mix. Why? It is because they are smart enough to get things on their own; so, resources are diverted to students who need more support (for behavior or academic problems). Meanwhile, who is putting in the time and resources to push those kids who are not “problems” to a higher level? Do teachers have the time or the inclination; if they know a student is not a problem to the classroom and will do fairly well on the standardized test? How do we ensure that our child is getting what he or she needs, whether it is support or enrichment? “Talk to the teachers”. Let them know that you are paying attention, present, interested and advocating for your child. Don’t let your child get lost because he’s a good student. We want him to excel to the highest level – and not just be good when he could be GREAT!

AQUARIUS -­ about this leap, but you’re out-­ You’re everyone’s friend, so keep going and you look great in any-­ your look simple and approach-­ thing you wear. able this spring with a cute pair TAURUS – of Bermuda shorts and a tank.

You hate change! However, its PISCES -­ time to get rid of your mono-­ You have an amazing eye for art, chromatic tees, and swap them so you may be the only zodiac for pieces with fun stripes. Hav-­ sign that could appreciate the ing fun makes your personality oversized ruffles that are seen more powerful. down the runway GEMINI – this spring.

Can’t decide if you CAPRICORN – want to be casual or You little chame-­ dressy? Here’s the leons! You can ad-­ perfect solution for just to any situation, your split personal-­ so take your pick ity: short suits! Pair on any of the latest with some wedges trends and will cer-­ and a plain tank and tainly rock it well! you can switch from dressy to casually CANCER – chic by taking off Get off your fashion the jack-­ sensitiv-­ et and ity high sw i t c h -­ horse! ing your Color looks breath-­ - GOLDEN MOMMY SCOPES accessories. taking on you. Try not to be so con-­ Get an inside look at your LIBRA – servative this personal fashion. Who says Your fashion sense summer and see the kids are the only ones definitely has no what great things holds barred. But that can be GOLDEN? the Fashion Uni-­ let a friend or ex-­ By: Lorraine Pellicier & NBW verse has in store pert revamp your for you. Go for it! wardrobe this spring season and see what fun looks become your VIRGO – 60’s silhouettes are back this new alter egos. Lets unbalance spring and this fits great with the scales! your need to be neat & perfect.

SCORPIO – Explore your flirty side by wear-­ LEO – You’re a leader in your own right, ing soft shades of lip-­gloss that so be the center of attention in enhance your pucker. Muah! exaggerated pieces like blouses & SAGITARRIUS – jackets with oversized shoulders. Live on the wild side. Try an an-­ imal print patchwork dress for ARIES – Japanese styles seem to be mak-­ early spring into summer. It ap-­ ing way to the fashion scene. peals to your love of animals and Some fashionistas are nervous all things exotic.

“HAUTE MAMA”

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