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moms R women 2 10 ...And Doctor Makes Three: One Gal’s Tale of Infertility 13 Money Saving Strategies in Any Economy

Dear Readers,

ids say the darndest things, don’t they?

Children are so innocent...and have no filter – which leads to some interesting conversations and surprises.

Last week my son and daughter and I were at the mall and everyone needed to use the restroom. So we all went into the large stall together and took turns.

Kayden went first, then Camille. While Camille was peeing, Kayden says, “Where does sissy’s pee come out? Does she pee out of her butt?” Of course, he said this loud enough for everyone in the bathroom to hear. I didn’t know what to say, but was thankful I was in a stall so no one could see my face.

“No,” I say, “It doesn’t come out of her butt. It comes out of her pee pee.”

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“Oh, he says...but how? How does it come out?”

What the heck was I supposed to say? I’m trying to blow it off, but I can tell he wants an answer. So I say, “It comes out the same way it comes out of your pee pee.” Then I quickly change the subject, and thankfully, he forgets about the conversation. Whew!!!

We all finish and head to the elevator. A mom and her son enter the elevator with us. The woman turns to me and says, “I heard your son in the bathroom.

Kids are so funny, aren’t they?”

I’m sure my face turned bright red at that moment with embarrassment. I smile and say, “Yes, they sure are,” and exit the elevator as quickly as possible! Thanks buddy.✲ Your Friend and Fellow MOM,

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know 2 grow 18 The Truth About Tourette Syndrome 19 Make a Difference This Summer 20 Debating on Summer School?

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Is your child the CUTEST KID IN TOWN?

features 21 Father’s Day Gift Guide 24 Summer Camp Guide

Every month, South Jersey MOM will feature a local child on the cover!

also in this issue editor’s note nana’s 2 sense life sentences business spotlight: AMI her story business spotlight: Huntington Learning Center 29 things 2 do 30 resource guide 3 5 6 15 22 28

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hen my grandchildren visit they kick off their shoes and head straight for my bedroom.

The bed is so high that Camille has to use the bedspread like a rope to pull herself up. They like to watch their jumping tricks in the mirror that sits over the dresser across from the bed.

It’s a really good bed to jump on. If the ceiling were high enough, I would jump on it myself.

Kayden and Camille also jump on the couch, then from the couch to the ottoman (it’s a big ottoman) and back to the couch. Of course I would never allow this with my children. There is, however, a logic to jumping on Nana’s furniture and not being allowed to jump on furniture at home. Jumping on Nana’s couch is acceptable because once a month does not equal the damage of daily home jumping.

Jumps come with bumps. I try to protect my grandchildren without being overprotective. It can be tough to find that balance. It seems they find a way to acquire a scrape or bump even when I am holding their hand. My children will tell you I was crazy overprotective; so much so that they had no fun at all growing up. Kids tend to exaggerate.

Jumping is hereditary. My Adrienne also loved jumping on her bed… right up until the day the metal window shade fell on her head and split her scalp open just enough to make

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me think she was going to bleed to death or have permanent brain damage. By the time we got to the emergency room I felt like the worst mother on the face of the earth.

As hard as I try and protect them, my sweet grandchildren attract as many bruises at Nana’s house as they do at home. There simply is no guarantee they will not get hurt.

Fortunately, we now laugh about most of the bruises. Like the time Kayden thought Daddy would catch him in the blanket daddy was folding. Kayden jumps, daddy does not realize Kayden is jumping, daddy misses the catch.

Kayden flies like Superman through the limp blanket flat on his face onto the carpet. He cries (for a minute). We laugh.

Then there is little Camille, half her brother’s size, but competitive enough to follow his lead as he shows her how he can jump from the first step, then the second, then the third… Camille jumps from the third, lands hard, nothing broken, but limps for a week.

They are always comparing who can jump the highest, the farthest, the single leg jump, jumping while eating an apple… oh, how these kids love to jump.✲

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Nana Jean is a South Jersey grandmother with two daughters and six grandchildren. Enjoy her stories about her 39+ years as a mom and 20 years as a grandmother as she shares her experiences and lessons learned with lots of laughs and tears along the way.

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very time I go to the dermatologist for a skin check, I fear I will be hung up by the feet, bled, scraped and skinned. But it’s an irrational fear.

They never hang me.

I suppose I should just be grateful that I am eight years cancer-free as I sit on a crackly white sheet of paper in a tissue-thin gown, open at the front to properly expose my assets to the frigid air of the examination room.

I’m sure the doctor has my well-being in mind. That’s what I repeat to myself as I sit shivering and chattering, pulling the gown closer until it rrrips open to reveal the one pair of underclothes I was allowed to keep.

It is not my best pair either, so I grab my cozy jacket to lay over my lap, just as the doctor breezed in with an entourage of observers and trainees. She sticks out her hand in greeting, and I shake, dropping the coat to the floor.

The observers see it all.

No sooner does the doctor ask if I have any skin concerns than I felt her behind me, aiming a blast of frozen nitrogen at my freckles.

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It feels like a wasp sting and there are multiple welts when the fog clears.

Next comes the cutting and scraping. But first, a few needles to numb my skin. I gasp, I wince, I twist, I squeeze a foam toy that they give to frightened children to distract them from pain.

“That was the worst part,” the doctor says, peering to see if my pupils are dilated, or if I’m going to fall off the chair. It’s humiliating and I am woozy.

They slice off bits of me to test for cancer cells and I smell smoke when they cauterize the wounds. Again the freezer hose comes out to level the rough spots and they send me home with acid cream which will burn off whatever baby cancers (and facial skin) I have left.

When it’s over, I feel vulnerable and raw, as if I’ve been interrogated for information I don’t possess. There is no preparing for such barbarity.

I am a quivering weenie, but I go back twice a year. I do it because it was during one of these skin checks that they cut off what I thought was a sun freckle but was a small

melanoma, the most deadly kind of skin cancer. By the next year, it had spread to my brain.

My treatment was difficult for my husband and my kids and not a By Fran LoBiondo day goes by that I don’t wish I had protected myself from sunburns in my youth.

I had fair warning. When I was 18, an oncologist put it bluntly: “If you don’t start protecting your skin, you will have cancer by age 40.”

You know what I thought? “Yeah, right. Like I’m ever going to be that old.”

So that’s why I go back to the dermatologist twice a year.

For such stunning ignorance, I deserve to be flayed repeatedly.✲ Fran LoBiondo of Vineland has children in grade school, high school and college. A Purdue University graduate with a degree in Journalism, she has written about parenting, food and fun for 25 yrs.

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By Laura Amann

one must try to figure out who matches up with each fact. Plan a group photo and include a funny face shot. Email it to everyone later.

Twenty questions remains a classic, for good reason (pin a celebrity on a person’s back; they get 20 yes or no questions to determine the answer.) Don’t get too unusual or shocking in the games; the idea is just to get people mingling and talking.

n old-fashioned block party can be one of the true delights of summer. Getting the neighbors out and mingling is not only loads of fun but it helps keep your neighborhood safe by providing a sense of community and togetherness.

To really get people involved and mingling, liven up your party and think beyond traditional hot dogs and water balloons.

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Play with a Theme: Food, decorations, games, even clothing, can all revolve around a theme. Fourth of July is an easy one. But Christmas in July is fun too. Break out those twinkle lights and lawn decorations! Consider incorporating a Rib Fest where everyone cooks, eats and judges a slab of ribs. If you are all fans of a professional or college sports team, think about a sports theme. One successful block party chose an Olympic theme one year. Each household chose a country then made a flag, did a game and had some food from that country. Not only was it a great learning experience for the kids but they had fun playing some new games.

Silly Activities Lighten the Mood: Volleyball and badminton are great for the sporty types but fun and funny activities really bring people together. Consider games with unlikely 8 | June 2011

pairings: a parent and child relay race or grown-ups careening down the block on tricycles. A contest such as the limbo or hula hoop allows spectators and players to get involved.

A pie eating contest can be the highlight of the night. Simply spray whipped cream into a pie pan, have people hold their hands behind their backs, lean forward and dig in! The kids love watching their parents do it almost as much as they enjoy doing it.

Keep the Area Small: The block may be long, but do not use all of it. Set up just a section for food, eating and registration. Have a few tables, preferably long ones to encourage people to eat with other families. Stage a registration area with nametags and house numbers. As people pick up their nametags, have them write down their email addresses to help keep everyone in touch.You can decorate the area with balloons and festive tablecloths (especially fun if you have a theme!) Then use the rest for games, crafts and bike riding.

Mix and Mingle with a Jingling Beat: Have a few pre-planned, traditional games to break the ice. Consider a Neighborhood Trivia Contest (who has gone skydiving? who has lived in more than three states?) Collect a fact from each adult in advance. At the party, every-

Block Banner: This is an activity and a decoration all in one. Cut a bed sheet in half and paint the block name. At the party, have everyone sign it and place their handprint on it.

Hang it every year from two poles or trees in the street.

Talent Show: Now’s the time to reveal those hidden talents! Maybe you have a guitarist on your street or a comedian. Encourage people to get together and plan out a short skit or comedy piece. Even a talented animal could have a turn in the spotlight. You may be surprised at the type of talent all around you (or at people’s willingness!) Use someone’s front porch as a stage and shine a light on it. A good game of charades also makes use of the front porch stage.

After Dark: For this, just let the classics shine.Teach the kids how to play Ghosts in the Graveyard. Light some sparklers. Bring out a fire pit and roast marshmallows. Sit back and enjoy the stars in your neighborhood.

Then, just think, in the morning you can relive many memories as you are all outside, pulling in lawn chairs, garbage and recycling cans and picking up balloon remnants.✲ Laura Amann is a freelance writer and the mother of four children. She has dipped her face in whipped cream and sang off-key at numerous block parties, much to the delight of her kids.

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…and Doctor Makes Three:

By Kelly Sbalcio

ONE GAL’S TALE OF INFERTILITY

will set the timer for ten minutes and then come back to check on you,” the nurse instructs us. I lie on the exam table and glance at my husband, Jason. We see that hopeful look in each other’s eyes, but we know what to expect: excitement, anxiety and potential heartache.

It’s these ten minutes when I pray for the precious contents of the catheter, this liquid gold, to reach their destination and reflect on what Jason and I have been through to get to this point…

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The Diagnosis After not having a menstrual cycle for close to three months, at the age of 23, a gynecological exam revealed Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). The reality of struggling to get pregnant did not strike me right away. My doctor prescribed a birth control pill to regulate my menstrual cycle and sent me on my way.

I went home, took to the Internet and researched PCOS. What I found was that the cystic acne, undesirable facial hair and battle with my body weight were not the result of defunct genes. Along with the lack of a menstrual cycle and difficulty conceiving, they were all symptoms of PCOS. Nearly five million women who live with PCOS are also subjected to increased risk of diabetes, heart disease and gynecological cancers.

I continued on a birth control pill for the next two years and saw my gynecologist annually.When I asked about getting pregnant, I was referred to a local fertility specialist.

Let’s Make a Baby After consulting with a specialist, we decided the first route to conceive would be Clomiphene, a fertility drug. The chance of having multiples existed also and it was fun to imagine buying two, or even three of everything, but Jason and I just wanted to experience being parents of one baby.

Now you wait, for what seems like the longest two weeks of your life! In the days leading up to what should be the start of my next period, Jason and I think about what it will be like when the doctor tells us we are pregnant. We also consider what we will feel if the medicine does not work.

It did not work. We tried again next month. No success. The third time I had a feeling something was different. I took a pregnancy test. I was thrilled, it was positive!

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work and would call me with the results. I was not prepared for the call I received. Positive, but the numbers were so low that, most likely, the pregnancy would not hold. I was devastated. I continued to get blood work every couple of days to check the levels of the pregnancy hormone. I hoped the doctor was wrong. The numbers were going up and the plus sign on the pregnancy test got darker each time. But...the doctor was not wrong. The pregnancy did not keep.

I was upset with my body. “Why can’t I be a normal woman?” I stopped going to the doctor.

It Only Makes You Stronger We advanced to a medication that Jason would inject into me, followed by an IUI procedure at the fertility center.

The IUI was not uncomfortable. A small catheter inserted to deliver the sperm directly into the uterus, giving it a head start to fertilize the egg that was triggered to release by the injection. Two weeks later, draw blood and wait for the phone call for results.

I got the phone call. I listened and waited for the nurse to tell me what could change my life forever. My hopes of be-coming a mom were crushed, again.This was not the first time and I was convinced it was not going to be the last. I take a deep breath, hold back a tear and thank the nurse. I tell her I’ll see her next month. As I set the phone down I think, “I’m not sure I want go through this heartache again.”

Success!

We went back the next month and the month after. It was the third IUI. I was again nervous that something would go wrong, but I made it through the first trimester… Owen Matthew was born November 2006 via caesarian performed by my gynecologist and mid-wife. Owen was 9 lbs 2.6 oz and adorable. We were finally parents and could not have been happier.

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period and we’ll draw for a pregnancy test,” the nurse says as she turns off the timer; our third IUI attempt to get pregnant with our second child. I tell the nurse jokingly, “third time’s a charm.” Evan Michael entered our lives in February 2011 and was just as cute as his big brother.

Moving On We are content with our two boys, but we hope to try again in the near future for baby number three. Perhaps we will be blessed with a daughter. Either way, we will be just that, blessed.

Infertility takes an emotional toll on your spirit, whether you are using Clomiphene or the like, a combination of pills and injections with an IUI or more invasive forms of fertility treatments such as In Vitro Fertilization.

Staying strong and persevering when there is no success is essential. Seeking the assistance of fertility specialists may not be the most romantic way of having a baby but for some it’s the only way.✲

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As parents, one of our most important lessons for our children is to teach them to spend and save wisely. So why do so many of us gamble our hard-earned money in risky investments such as the stock market or real estate? By saving instead of gambling, we can provide for our financial future and teach our children the lifetime value of being financially responsible and self-sufficient.✲ Pamela Yellen is the author of New York Times bestseller, BANK ON YOURSELF: The Life-Changing Secret to Growing and Protecting Your Financial Future.

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Because of increasing evidence that repeated exposures to radiation found during CT (Computed Tomography) scans may slightly increase the risk of future cancer, Atlantic Medical Imaging (AMI) has become a regional center of excellence for low-dose radiation in its CT machines. AMI is the first outpatient radiology practice in New Jersey – and one of only 29 organizations in the United States – to offer revolutionary new CT technology that reduces exposure to radiation by up to 50 percent.

“Radiation dose reduction is important to all patients, especially children, young women and people requiring repeat CT scans, such as cancer patients,” says Dr. Jacob S. Lee, Chief of Neuroradiology, who’s been with AMI since 2005. “This new technology enhances our ability to accurately diagnose disease and detect life-threatening illnesses.

“Radiation exposure in CT images matters to us, particularly with children, because they are more sensitive to radiation and what we do now will impact their future lives,” adds Lee.

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AMI has offices in Cape May Court House, Galloway and Manasquan with the low dose CT machines. From the outside, its low dose GE CT scanners look the same as any other CT machine, but offers a completely different experience for children when compared to an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) machine: • CT is lightning fast: CT scanning lasts just a few seconds while MRIs may last between 15-45 minutes.

• CT is quieter and makes a gentle whirling noise, in contrast to the loud pinging noise the MRI machine makes. In fact earplugs are often needed for MRI. • A CT machine is much less claustrophobic than the MRI: The diameter is much larger, and the length is shorter. For children, a CT may look like a skinny doughnut with a large hole, while MRI looks like a fat doughnut with a tiny hole.

“The CT is tolerated very well by all patients, particularly our precious pediatric population,” says Lee. “It’s vital for any imaging center to upgrade imaging tools periodically to take advantage of the latest technology. At AMI, we believe this is an essential investment well spent over and over.”

The new CT machines have a special tool for reducing radiation – an automatic dose modulation technique where the computer adjusts the dose based upon the size of the patient as well as the body part of the patient. A more recent development is a special feature that reduces the imaging noise and improves image quality.

This radiation dose reduction – combined with improved image quality – allows AMI’s radiologists to make an accurate diagnosis, faster and better.

In the last six months of 2010, AMI performed 13,500 CT exams, 325 on patients aged 18 and younger. With these revolutionary low-dose CT scanners, that number is sure to increase in 2011 and beyond, as parents seek to limit their children’s exposure to radiation during these important, often life-saving examinations.✲

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Plan A Worry-Free Summer

By Julie Steed Summer! School is out, schedules are free and the living is easy. Or is it? With a little prep work and a plan in place, you can schedule your summer the way it should be—worry-free.

Plan It or Wing It? Much of summer’s appeal is a slower-paced day with less-restrictive schedules. So why put a plan in place? The days will progress more smoothly if everyone knows what to expect. Even the most loosely planned season will help you get special trips and events completed before summer’s end.

If you are a planner, create a summer calendar and post it in a place the entire family can view. Write vacations and regularly scheduled activities (swim lessons and summer library programs) on the calendar first.

Then, add in special day trips and excursions. Ask family members to be involved in choosing activities so everyone will have an event to anticipate.

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Do thoughts of calendars and schedules make your head ache? If you are a mom who likes to wing it, you can benefit from thinking ahead without over-doing the schedule.

Jennifer, mom to two, says, “I do a combination of planning and flying by the seat of my pants. I try to schedule 1-2 activities each week and leave the rest of the time open for spur of the moment activities.”

Jenni, mom of two, also mixes up the summer schedule. “We plan periodic ‘big’ days — a trip to the zoo, for example. We also plan lots of group activities and play dates and leave at least two days each week for running the sprinkler and climbing trees in our own yard.”

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Be Consistent Routines offer day-to-day consistency and can be crucial to the overall success of a single day. Kelly says, “I have younger kids (2 and 6) and if they don’t stick to some type of schedule, I have two super monsters on my hands!”

Routines do not need to be boring or restrictive. Eat meals at about the same time each day, but take advantage of the relaxed schedule and try something new. Eat breakfast outside in pajamas, take lunch to the park or share a snack under a shade tree.

Find the natural ebb and flow to your days and include regular naptimes and rest breaks in your daily routine.

“Our older son benefits from his daily quiet time and our younger is MUCH happier, at 2 years old, if he gets his afternoon nap,” says Liz, mom of two.

Keep bedtime consistent, too.

Whether your kids play until dark or go to bed promptly at 8, a regular bedtime will benefit the entire family. “As parents, we think it will be a treat to let our kids stay up late. Then I’m always sorry the next day because they are tired and cranky,” says Jan, mom of five.

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Organize Fun A touch of organization means more fun and less stress for everyone.

“I keep a set of Rubbermaid drawers in my garage with things like water guns, sidewalk chalk, jump ropes, balls and gloves so whenever the kids want to play outside they know right where to go to pick up their favorite toy,” says Nicole, mom of 3. Nicole also keeps healthy snacks on hand. “For my tweens, food is key! Anything they can pick up with their hands and take on the run is great.”

“Something we are looking forward to this summer is getting together with families in our neighborhood for dinner once a week,” says Jenni, mom of two. “We’ll meet at rotating houses on Thursday afternoons, let the kids run and play and all eat dinner together, picnic style.”

Don’t wait another minute! Get busy scheduling a worry-free summer and watch your entire family have a great season.✲ Julie Steed plans for a worry-free summer with a dry-erase calendar and lots of trips to the pool.

Summer TIme SAverS b Keep a designated bag packed for the pool or park. Include sunscreen, nonperishable snacks, towels, wipes, toys and pool/beach passes. b Designate age-appropriate household chores for the kids. Distributing duties will help you keep the house cleaner and free up more time for fun. b Freeze strawberries or pineapple chunks for an instant healthy cold treat. b Keep sunscreen and bug spray in a designated location so that it can be found quickly. b Create a rotating play date with another mom so that you (and she) can run errands without the kids.

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the truth about TOURETTE SYNDROME

By Adrienne Richardson

ourette syndrome is an often inherited neuropsychiatric disorder with onset in childhood, characterized by multiple physical (motor) tics and at least one vocal (phonic) tic; these tics characteristically come and go.

Tourette’s was once considered a rare and bizarre syndrome, most often associated with the exclamation of obscene words or socially inappropriate and derogatory remarks, but this symptom is present in only a minority of people with Tourette’s.

Tourette’s is no longer considered a rare condition, but it may not always be correctly identified because most cases are classified as mild. Between 1 and 10 children per 1,000 have Tourette’s; as many as 10 in 1,000 people may have tic disorders, with the more common tics of eye blinking, coughing, throat clearing, sniffing and facial movements.

While there is no “typical” case of Tourette syndrome, the condition follows a fairly reliable course in terms of the age of onset and the severity of symptoms. Tics may appear up to the age of 18, but the most typical age of onset is from 5 to 7.

Dawson Coyle, age 12, was first diagnosed when he was 5. “Dawson was stretching his neck repetitively and his father and I became concerned,” explains Kathy, Dawson’s mother. “His pediatrician suggested we go to CHOP for further evaluation. As the vocal tics and motor tics became more prevalent over time, his diagnosis was confirmed.”

Genetic and environmental factors play a role in the etiology of Tourette’s, but the exact causes are unknown. In most cases, medication is unnecessary. There is no effective medication for every case of tics, but there are med-

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ications and therapies that can help when warranted.

“At first I felt a bit helpless and wanted to seek treatment as much as possible,” remembers Kathy. “We also went to Johns Hopkins Hospital. We tried a couple of medications with Dawson, but we soon realized that the side effects were far more detrimental than the diagnosis.”

Tourette’s does not adversely affect intelligence or life expectancy. The severity of the tics decreases for most children as they pass through adolescence, and extreme Tourette’s (TS) in adulthood is rare.

“The severity of Dawson’s TS is manageable. We do have our trying days, but God gives us the strength we need for each moment.We just could not see medicating him for something that waxes and wanes. We did not want to see the light and spark of his personality dimmed in any way,” says Kathy.

Many people with TS report that certain foods, toxic chemicals or other environmental situations make their symptoms worse. “Dawson has a few triggers,” says Kathy.

“Being overtired, excessive sugar, processed foods, too many carbs and food dyes are the most common. He is on a preteen multivitamin and fish oil.

On nights when he can’t seem to

unwind, we give him a natural supplement of melatonin.”

For a long time, Dawson was too young to understand what was happening to him.

“When my symptoms are high, I start to feel depressed, so I pray a lot, talk to my parents and thank God that it isn’t worse. When my symptoms are low… I almost forget about it,” explains Dawson.

Children with Tourette’s are not at higher risk for learning disabilities. In fact, it’s thought by some, that children with Tourette’s are often gifted in other ways. “Dawson’s ability to memorize astonishes me. His father and I are so proud of him. He also has a great voice and acting abilities,” says Kathy.

The symptoms of TS usually diminish over time, but are the greatest around age 10 to 12. With puberty around the corner, Dawson’s symptoms have been higher than usual, but the family has prepared by being more consistent to avoid his triggers.

Having a child with Tourette’s is stressful because it can’t be controlled. Kathy gets strength from her faith, “When I see my son going through a difficult day, my heart breaks.

[Then I watch as he continues on and does not let anything hold him back. Dawson has faith like a child… he simply believes.] I am so encouraged by him. God uses him in my life everyday!”

Dawson’s symptoms are also higher in public. “I am worried that I will annoy people.

Sometimes TS makes me impulsive, but I am trying to work on that,” says Dawson.

Kathy also stresses the importance of having quiet time for you. “I need my devotional time to strengthen me. If I am feeling overwhelmed, I can usually trace it back to not having that time I needed.”

More than anything, Dawson wants others to know that TS is a disorder and nothing to make fun of. “I don’t like it when other people notice me, but I know that not everyone understands,” says Dawson.

Dawson is just like any other 12 year old boy. He plays with Legos and video games and loves reading his Bible, going to church, birding, fishing, catching frogs, finding bugs and archery. “I love my family and I know I can get through anything with their love and God’s love.”✲

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ynne Harper remembers tagging along with her mother to deliver meals to the elderly. She may not have loved every minute of the experience, but what she does remember is the joy she felt when she was able to put a smile on an aged face. That’s one reason why she and her family now spend time together making a difference in their community.

Too often we save much of our goodwill and community spirit for the holidays, a time when we’re extremely busy with a long To Do list. It’s also a time when organizations can be overwhelmed with offers of help, says Harper.

Perhaps it’s time to put some of that holiday cheer and goodwill toward others to work when we actually have the time and energy to put into it...during the lazy days of summer.

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Why Volunteer?

There are three groups who directly benefit from families volunteering together, according to Heather Jack, executive director of The Volunteer Family: kids, parents and the organizations to whom they give their time.

Your kids can gain so much from giving some of their time to others. “Volunteering,” says Jack, “teaches compassion, understanding and new skills while building self esteem.” Also,

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because summer is loaded with free time for kids, it’s the ideal time to explore each child’s individual interests and talents and target their volunteering time as personal growth time as well.

Parents can benefit from volunteering on many different levels. If you are a working parent, you want the time you spend with your children to be maximized. Volunteering with your kids is a “great way to spend time together and do something for the community,” Jack explains. And if you are a parent whose work is primarily at home, you will find that volunteering is a neat way to meet neighbors and community members and make new friends.

And of course, your neighborhood, your community and any organizations for which you work will benefit greatly. By spending a little time volunteering, your family is not only improving your own lives and learning important lessons, you are also making life better for other people all around you. And isn’t that a great way to spend a summer?

Getting Started Volunteering is really just being a helper, a good neighbor and a part of your community.

And the way to get started, says Harper, is to just start talking as a family. She suggests

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These organizations can connect your family with the perfect volunteering opportunity.

The Girl Scouts of Central and Southern NJ (800) 582-7692 ext 204 The Volunteer Family www.thevolunteerfamily.org United Way www.liveunited.org Doing Good Together www.doinggoodtogether.org HandsOn Network www.handsonnetwork.org Meals on Wheels www.meals-on-wheels.com/family

taking the time to sit down and discuss what needs each of you see in your neighborhood.

You may each see a different unmet need, and what your kids see as they walk to school is going to be different than what you may see as you drive to the grocery store. Then discuss how these needs could be met and either start working on your own to meet those needs, or join an already established movement that could successfully make a difference in that area. Afterward, make sure you discuss together as a family how things went from each person’s perspective.

Need some help getting started? Here’s a list of some summertime projects your family can easily jump into: v Do a sunscreen or sunglasses drive for a shelter in your area. v Simply carry your elderly neighbor’s garbage cans back on trash day. v Clean up a local beach or park. v Plant a garden at a nursing home. v Bring flowers from your yard to grace a nursing home indoors.

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o more pencils, no more books, no more teacher’s dirty looks!

How much fun was that to sing when we were younger? Summer is definitely synonymous with freedom, staying up late and doing what you want. So when I was approached about sending my son to summer school, my first reaction was definitely no! What were the benefits?

What would he accomplish? And selfishly, what about me? Did I want to have a schedule, force him to go to bed early, miss out on summer plans because of a routine? No! But when it came down to it, my son was put on the bus and sent to summer school.

There is overwhelming research that proves students fail to retain acquired skills when the content is not put to use over the summer.

Exactly how much information your child will forget is impossible to measure; however several studies show the brain is a “use it or lose it” kind of muscle. If you need to do research yourself, talk with a teacher.

Most will concur with evidence that suggests the first 4-6 weeks of a new school year is committed to review. Or, try and help your child with their Algebra homework and see how long it takes you to remember how to solve for “y.”

According to Beverly Stewart, President and Director of Back to Basics Learning Dynamics, Inc., summer programs are crucial for children with special needs, as many children with special needs struggle to retain information. While this is clearly disability specific, talking with your child’s teacher or therapist will help. It’s possible they will mention needing a “statement of regression.” Sometimes school administrators need documentation stating your child is at risk for losing skills acquired during the school year if they don’t continue services over a long summer vacation. General education teachers, special education teachers and therapists can usually write them.

Because many summer programs have the flexibility to offer needspecific instruction, students can make significant gains in their area of weakness. Ask about the curriculum and goals of the session and consider the needs of your child. Do they match? While some parents worry that attending summer school will lead to loss in self-esteem, so will poor grades come fall. Summer school can actually boost self worth because when students are successful, they feel better about themselves.

Knowing they are prepared for the next grade can help students feel more positive about school in September.

Another benefit to summer school is that most programs are only a few hours in the morning, and only certain days of the week.

Unfortunately, students who struggle in school usually don’t look forward to attending it. So how do you encourage your child to stay positive and agree to summer classes? Stewart advises offering something enticing for your child on school days.

Brainstorm some of the fun activities your child is looking forward to this summer, and schedule them into the school day. So, after school on some days, head to the beach or pool. Maybe

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SUMMER SCHOOL? Here’s Why You Should Say YES!

By Julia Garstecki those are the days you serve ice cream for lunch. While parents might be hesitant about such “bribery,” Stewart reminds us we need to do what it takes to help our students succeed, and if these treats after school helps, then do not hesitate to do it.

With budgets as tight as they are, many schools are doing without summer school this year. Do not use this as an excuse to forego academics altogether. Investigate the variety of camps offered in your area.

Do any offer academic support as well as activities? For example, some camps offer an hour or two of reading and math instruction, then horseback riding or athletics in the afternoon. This can serve as a win-win for your child. Camps of any kind are a good source of academic support, as almost all camps encourage socializing, critical thinking skills and reflection.

If camps aren’t an option, don’t give up so easily! Consider these alternatives: m Hire a tutor. Ask your child’s teacher or school principal for recommendations. m Buy workbooks. There are many inexpensive ones that offer basic skills practice. m If you have Internet access, there are many free web sites that offer games that are academic and fun. Stewart suggests www.edhelper.com as an example. m Take a weekly field trip to area museums, businesses or parks. Ask your child to read you information located next to the exhibits, or ask questions about what they are seeing. m Consider their interests and create activities based on them.

Cooking encourages both math and reading, as well as following directions. m Tending a garden can incorporate science. Getting lost in a park tackles problem solving and map reading.✲ Julia Garstecki is a teacher and freelance writer. Visit her at www.juliagarstecki.com.

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Father’s Day Gift Guide

Make Dad feel extra special this Father’s Day. Forget the socks and ties, and get something to fit his personality perfectly.

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GI JAMS GI Jams spotlights and promotes the musical talents of active duty, Veteran and reserve military artists of all branches, ranks and rates.GI Jams, Vol. 1: The Original Music Of Our Military Artists features 14 tracks by artists and bands (five still on active duty and three who are Veterans that served in Iraq, Kosovo and Vietnam). $10, www.gijams.com/store.

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MusicSkins While Dad relives the glory days listening to his favorite tunes, personalize their mobile devices with MusicSkins – quality, illustrated protective vinyl skins that feature thousands of their favorite music-industry related images of bands, brands and artists – including television, pop culture and designer brands.

Entirely customize your own skins with their favorite artist or upload any image and message – even family photos or kids’ artwork – for a personal gift. $15 and up, www.musicskins.com/custom.

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Gulliver’s Travels A hilarious zero-to-hero story about a larger-than-life Average Joe, GULLIVER’S TRAVELS sails on to, 3–disc Blu-ray with Digital Copy, DVD, and 4-disc Blu-ray 3D from Twentieth Century Fox just in time for Father’s Day. This family-friendly misadventure features side-splitting moments with epic wedgies, Lilliputian foosball, and a square-off duel with a robot! $15, available where DVDs are sold.

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Michael Jackson The Experience Michael Jackson The Experience allows players to experience the magic of the King of Pop by performing dance steps that were inspired by the choreography of Michael Jackson in environments that were drawn from his world and all while listening to and singing along with the music that continues to excite and move people today. In the Kinect version, the player’s body is tracked, allowing them to see their true movements and steps reproduced in the game. Available for Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS, PlayStation, Kinect for Xbox 360 and PlayStation Move Motion Controller. $49.99, available where games are sold.

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Leatherman Wave Multi-Tool Engineered of polished stainless steel and backed by manufacturer’s 25-year guarantee, Leatherman’s Wave Multi-Tool is the most popular full-size Leatherman tool ever! Equipped with larger knives, stronger pliers, longer wire cutters and all-locking blades, the Wave Multi-Tool is an essential piece of equipment for any job or adventure. Approximately $75, Bass Pro Shops, Sears, www.amazon.com.

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Citizens Bank Park Authenticated Infield Dirt Photomint with Gold Coin Citizens Bank Ballpark Authentic Infield Dirt Photo Mint features an 8x10 Stadium photo, a coin with infield dirt embedded in the center and a 24KT Gold plated Phillies Coin featured in a 13” x16” frame with team colored double matting. The Infield Dirt is labeled with a numbered MLB hologram. This hologram provides verification of its authenticity and each can be verified on MLB.com. Officially licensed by MLB. $99.95, www.sportsgifts.com.

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Inflatable Movie Screen This giant inflatable movie screen by Airborne features a 126” x 83” presentation screen that’s ready whenever you are for an outdoor film fest! Easy to set up and take down. Storage case included. Also available in wide screen. $169.99, Available at Target.

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Garmin GPS Golf Watch The Garmin Approach S1 is an innovative GPS Golf Watch that gives players the precise distances to the front, center and back of the green. The Approach S1 also measures shot distances, works as a normal everyday watch, and has an odometer to calculate how far you’ve traveled, both on and off the course.

The Garmin Approach S1 comes preloaded with over 14,000 golf courses in the US and Canada. No subscriptions and no downloads. $249.95, www.intheholegolf.com.

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By Carolyn Leigh Kellerman

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n spring 2010, my daughter Jordyn was growing up fast, enjoying school and her new friends. Then Jordyn came down with what appeared to be a common cold. I remember visiting her at school for an event thinking she looked a little run down but thought, “She will be fine. I will just let her finish the school day and see how she is tomorrow.” Later that week a fever accompanied her cough and runny nose.

It was a Friday afternoon and Jordyn seemed to have an atrocious virus. I tried to get her comfortable in our bed and she selected a movie. She walked up to the DVD player and pushed play. When she returned to the bed she was completely out of breath. We headed straight to the ER. The doctor concluded, “It could be pneumonia, we could do a chest x-ray but it’s probably just a virus.” Not knowing anything about pneumonia and trusting the doctor, I bundled up my daughter and drove home. Two hours later Jordyn got much worse. All night she coughed and moaned. I did not know what to do. I was scared. Should I go back to the ER? Should I let her sleep and wait till the morning? If I go back to the ER everyone will think I am crazy because I was just there. I was torn.

Jordyn’s coughing and moaning continued all weekend. Finally I decided, “This is enough; I am going back to the ER.” On the way Jordyn faintly declared, “I am not sick mommy. I don’t have to go to the hospital.” My heart dropped.

I wanted to believe she was not sick but she was clearly, extremely ill. This time Jordyn had a chest x-ray; diagnosis: pneumonia.

Her entire left lung on the x-ray was black. The doctor said, “We are going to

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prescribe an antibiotic and this should clear it up.” I watched my daughter struggling to breathe and asked, “Don’t you admit children this sick with pneumonia?” The nurse and the doctor agreed, “No, we checked her oxygen level and it’s ok for her to go home.” Again we went home.

About a half hour later, Jordyn threw up all of the medication. We rushed back to the ER and she was finally admitted to the hospital. She was given IV antibiotics and oxygen to help her breathe.

The next morning Jordyn’s health plummeted. She lay in bed extremely pale staring at the wall. She did not respond to our questions.

I walked out of the room and started crying. A nurse overheard me and asked if I was ok. She put her arm around me and said, “She would be in the Pediatric ICU (PICU) if we were concerned.”

I walked back into Jordyn’s hospital room to a team of doctors. They explained that Jordyn’s case of pneumonia was very serious; Pneumonia with Empyema, fluid around the lung. She was being moved to the PICU unit. I almost passed out!

Over the next week, Jordyn had a chest tube inserted in her left lung to decrease the fluid. She wore a vibrating vest to help shake up the fluid in her lungs so she would be able to cough it up. She was also given a feeding tube.

The chest therapies helped decrease the fluid buildup but the pneumonia and fever still lingered and she was still not eating. We transferred to CHOP. The first night at CHOP, Jordyn received a blood transfusion. The doctor told us

Jordyn’s transfusion was crucial to her recovery and would help her fight the pneumonia. It did!

I never thought pneumonia could do this to a healthy 2-year-old child.

The experience has changed my life forever. I appreciate the love of my family and everyone around me so much more. Life is a precious gift!

Because of what happened to Jordyn, I joined the Family Advisory Council at Virtua Hospital where we work to improve family and patient care; an issue I am now passionate about.

My advice to parents is to always take your child to the doctor if they have a high fever. Never let a doctor push you away or make you feel you are overreacting. Parents know their children. Additionally, children can get very ill in the spring and summer. Wash hands, use hand sanitizer and make sure your child eats well and gets plenty of rest!✲

WHAT IS PNEUMONIA? Pneumonia is an infection of one or both lungs usually caused by bacteria, viruses or fungi. Before the discovery of antibiotics, one-third of all people who developed pneumonia died from the infection. It‘s the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. Currently, over 3 million people develop pneumonia each year in the United States. Over half a million of these are admitted to hospitals for treatment. Although most recover, approximately 5 percent will die.

Some symptoms of pneumonia are chills followed by fever, chest pain on the side of the infected lung, abdominal pain, weight loss, dry cough, nausea, vomiting, muscle aches and shortness of breath.

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SAM Playcare focuses on children ages 2-4. And as always, Sports & More provides only professionally trained staff, so you can rest assured that your little guy or gal will be in good hands. Call for more info and be sure to visit our open house to learn more!

Camp runs from June 22–September 2, 9am–4pm, before/after care available.

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YMCA CAMPS OF MEDFORD The YMCA camps of Medford provide children with quality programs in a safe, supportive environment. Co-ed day and single gender overnight camps promote lifelong friendships, positive self-esteem, healthy development, strong character values and encourage individuality and independence. (609) 678-1500, www.ycamp.org.

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tasks can be broken down into simple steps, a child’s self-confidence is enhanced. Accomplishing something encourages a child to move on to the next challenge.”

Summer vacation from school offers a unique opportunity for parents to keep their children learning while enjoying close family experiences. Huntington suggests including your child when planning outings and vacations. “Planning the route teaches geography. Figuring the number of miles and when to stop teaches a time/distance relationship,” he says.

“Holidays give us the time to do the things we enjoy. Parents can read stories with their children, asking questions and encouraging them to think.“ Huntington notes that “holidays are more than just days off from school or work. Use these experiences to strengthen a child’s attitude toward learning.”

“Try to make reading rewards for the child,” advises the noted education expert. “Remember that magazines and newspapers—even the television schedule—are good reading practice tools. All these activities help your child to improve skills and increase learning potential.”

Huntington cautions parents to remember that learning is progressive and that all children develop at different levels. “Climbing the ladder stepby-step is the best way to insure success,” he says. Completing one thing at a time is crucial for children trying to reach their academic goals.

Summertime is also the best time for students to catch up or get ahead. Research tells us that many students actually regress over the summer. “If your student is behind in reading, writing or math; or merely wants to get ahead, use the summer to your advantage,” says Richard Bernstein, Regional Director for Huntington.

The Huntington Learning Center is a nationally recognized leader in the field of improving a child’s basic study skills through remediation and enrichment programs. Students are given individual attention by certified teachers using personalized programs tailored to improve skills in a child’s trouble areas. Huntington offers individual testing and tutoring in reading, math, study skills, writing and SAT/ACT preparation to students of all ages.

Unique in this area, the local Huntington Learning Centers are accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, giving families further piece of mind.

For further information, or to discuss a specific problem, parents are encouraged to call the Huntington Learning Center in Turnersville at (856) 227-0033 or Cherry Hill at (856) 795-1933 or 1-800 CAN LEARN.✲

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ATLANTIC COUNTY Car Cruises at Historic Smithville June 10 and 24 For more information call (609) 748-6160.

Cars 2 in IMAX 3D June 24 Star racecar Lightning McQueen and the incomparable tow truck Mater take their friendship to exciting new places in Cars 2 when they head overseas to compete in the first-ever World Grand Prix to determine the world’s fastest car. But the road to the championship is filled with plenty of potholes, detours and hilarious surprises when Mater gets caught up in an intriguing adventure of his own: international espionage. IMAX Theatre at Tropicana, Atlantic City. www.tropicana.net/imaxtheater, (609) 340-4045.

BURLINGTON COUNTY First Annual Ladies Vendor NIght June 3 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Join us for a fun night of shopping with your girlfriends! Asbury United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 2492 Andover Rd, Cinnaminson. (856) 829-3801 or abbzollin@yahoo.com.

Admission Fee: Canned Good for food Pantry.

Camp Oasis Day for Kids with Parents Who Have Cancer June 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Camp Oasis is a place where children and teenagers can enjoy a relaxed day of activities and talk about their feelings, hopes and fears.

Every child or teenager who is invited to Camp Oasis has a common bond; someone special in their lives is battling cancer. Free.

Registration Required. Call (609) 654-8979, www.campoasis.net

CAMDEN COUNTY Community Yard Sale & Flea Market June 5 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Jewish Family and Children’s Service is hosting a community wide yard sale to benefit the SAIL special needs prowww.southjerseymom.com

gram. Cherry Hill High School East parking lot, 1750 Kresson Rd, Cherry Hill. (609) 417-8304.

Katz JCC 7th Annual Kid’s Triathlon June 12 at 1 p.m.

Swimming/Biking/Running. Open to the Community. $20 for non JCC members ages 7-12. (856) 424-4444 Ext. 114 or gbonetti@jfedsnj.org. Betty and Milton Katz Jewish Community Center, 1301 Springdale Rd, Cherry Hill.

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7th Annual Celtic Festival June 11 & 12 Celebrate traditions of the Celtic Highlands with live entertainment including pipes & drums, Scottish and Irish dance, Junior Eastern Region Fiddle champ and more! Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. (609) 8982300 Ext. 18, www.hcsv.org.

Walk for Life June 18 from 9 to 11 a.m.

This walk not only helps save the lives of the unborn, it allows Choices of the Heart to continue to help change the lives of the clients that walk through our doors! Washington Lake Park in Washington Twp or Green Acres Park in Burlington Twp. Call for more info. (856) 374-2833, www.choicesoftheheart.com

Johnsons Popcorn Father’s Day Family Fun Fest June 19 from 1 to 3 p.m.

Painters, bands, magicians & pony rides. 9th-12th Streets, on the boardwalk, Ocean City. (609) 525-9300.

CUMBERLAND COUNTY

3rd Annual Blackwood Farmer’s Market Saturdays, June 18-October 8 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Come out and shop for fresh vegetables, fruits, baked goods, honey and much more from local farmers and crafters. Flea market days, 6/25,7/30, 8/27/, 9/24 & 10/8 where you can explore a vast selection of “treasures” for great prices!!

Blackwood Library parking lot, 15 S. Black Horse Pike, Blackwood. farmersmarket@glotwp.com ICAN Support/Education Meetings June 27 at 7 p.m.

ICAN of Camden County will host monthly support & education meetings, provide access to local resources and a extensive lending library. We are dedicated to providing support to area women who are recovering from a c-section, facing a medically necessary c-section or looking for VBAC information. William G. Rohrer Memorial Library, 15 Macarthur Blvd, Westmont. Email melissa.michaluk@gmail.com for more info.

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Landis MarketPlace Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday The Landis MarketPlace is a vibrant indoor public market offering a diversity of fresh and unique specialty foods form local, independent business owners. Fill up your cupboards with quality, local foods and produce. 631 E. Landis Ave, Vineland. (856) 794-8653, www.landismarketplace.com.

Cruise Down Memory Lane June 11 from 5 to 10 p.m.

Car Show on Landis Ave, Vineland.

For more info call (856) 794-8653 Make a Father’s Day Gift Event June 14 from 6 to 7 p.m.

Families with children ages 10 and younger are invited to the Vineland Public Library for stories and a craft honoring Father’s Day. Listen to stories about fathers and make a gift for Dad’s special day. Registration is required for this free program, as space is limited. Craft supplies are funded by The Friends of the Vineland Public Library. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult at all times in the library.

1058 E. Landis Ave, Vineland. (856) 794-4244, www.vineland.lib.nj.us

Broad Street Bash June 19 from 12 to 6 p.m.

Includes artisan vendors, music, food vendors, games and fun for all ages. Stop by and celebrate Father’s Day in Downtown Woodbury on Broad Street. (856) 845-8655, www.mainstreetwoodbury.org.

SALEM COUNTY Kids Helping Kids Walk & Fun Day June 4 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Participate in this walk and fun day featuring games, free food, a dunk tank & more. Woodstown High School Field and Tracking, Woodstown. For more info call (856) 986-3670 or email edsnparker@veritzon.net.

Appel Farm Arts & Music Festival June 4 from 11:30a.m. to 8:30p.m.

This exciting, family-oriented event features live music on two stages, a juried crafts fair & a children’s village.

Scheduled performers include Gogol Bordello (acoustic), Josh Ritter & The Royal City Band, Ani DiFranco, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Good Old War, Red Horse (featuring John Gorka, Lucy Kaplansky, Eliza Gilkyson), Nicole Atkins, David Wax Museum, John Francis, Avi Wisnia, RUNA, and Napalm Da Bomb. Seating is general admission so bring blankets or low-back chairs to sit on. 457 Shirely Rd, Elmer. 1- 800-394-1211, www.appelfarm.org.

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GIFT IDEAS GREAT PERSONALIZED GIFTS FOR ALL AGES At JUST FOR LITTLE PEOPLE (and others, too!) we specialize in new baby gifts both hand-painted or embroidered.

Beautifully wrapped and available for pick-up at our new Gibbsboro location, or we can ship it for you. Call (856) 627-8901 or check out www.justforlittlepeople.com.

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BOWLING BIRTHDAY PARTIES AT MEDFORD LANES Children age 4 to 12 love Bumper Bowling! Bumper rails keep the ball heading to the pins. We have light balls, custom mini ramps and you can bring your favorite food. (609) 6544021 or visit www.Medfordlanesnj.com for more info.

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THE CLAY STATION Paint your own pottery and mosaics is a great place for kids, families and adults to relax & have fun together. We offer the easiest birthday parties, summer camps, ladies nights, field trips, and walk-ins always welcome. www.theclaystationnj.com.

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