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25 Award-Winning Products . . . . . .18 That Bring Out Your Parenting Best

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Baby’s First Year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Keep Kids Happy on the Go . . . . . . . .8

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A Lifetime of Road Trips . . . . . . . . .10

Birthday Club & Party Planner . . . .17

Traveling with Kids of All Ages . . . .6

Index to Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

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Anna Katherine was chosen for this issue’s cover from entries in Child Guide’s 2012 Cover Kids Contest.

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Children’s Books Grandma & Me by Terry Clark and Kathy Pokorney. Brightly illustrated rhyming story featuring an energetic grandma and her young grandchild enjoying memorable times.

The True Adventures of Tip the CatahoulaLeopard Cowdog by Barbara Gourley. Oldfashioned good manners represented in a traditional book children can understand and learn from.

Learning to Be Cool Under Pressure: Ice Cube Award by Midge Noble. Imaginative story of a young girl, who has a serious and destructive anger problem, teaches kids to ice their anger.

Red Redmond & the Great Plane Adventure by Earl M. Furfine. Story about a young boy taking his first plane trip educates about aviation with laughter and fun.

The Great Geese Migration by B.V. Clingan.

Story of four intrepid geese as they embark on migration for the first time. A children’s science book about evolution in a story format that reinforces many scientific concepts.

Wake Up! To All You Are by Winifred Rich An illustrated rhyming story to “who you are, why you are here, and how to use your special magic.”

Struffel the Little Bear by Susan M. Maithya. Two stories, “Struffel’s Walk” and “Struffel’s New Bed” illustrate how to appreciate the little things in life.

The Kingdom of Mine by Gary Edward.

Delightfully illustrated tale of a young king who thinks he owns everything in his kingdom, nearly destroys the land he loves.

Imparts lessons ranging from taking care of our environment to making amends.

For the Love of Emrys by Barbara Ann Simon. MystieTM the Magical Dragonfly helps children in the grieving process through the story of Christina who deals with the loss of her dog Emrys.

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True Grime by Natasha Deen. Unique

Feed My Sheep by Sharon Brown. Encourages women to celebrate the blessings in life and endure the disappointments and challenges.

approach to empowering teens to handle tough challenges, such as bullying, emotional abuse and dysfunctional relationships.

Magical Mindwell by Mary Wright. Teaching how to unlock the intelligence and motivation to learn through the story of Charlie and his quest to overcome obstacles.

The rich get richer, the poor can too! By

Soul Searching: A Girl's Guide to Finding Herself by Sarah Stillman (written at age 16).

Stacey Currie. If you have dreamed of success but can’t seem to pinpoint your passion or desire, this book is for you.

Practical, easy-to-do techniques to shift your thinking and transform your life.

A fun and fulfilling journey of self-discovery, including meditation exercises, journaling tips, dream analysis, and yoga as well as social media and more.

Simple Shortcut Recipes from Gooseberry Patch. More than 225 simplified ‘almost homemade’ recipes plus time-saving tips for today’s busy cook!

The Hidden Chamber in the Great Sphinx

All the Wrong Places by Rebecca Fisher.

by Linda A Cadose. An archeological adventure exploring the dark secrets and conspiracies behind the construction of the pyraminds.

So, You Want to be a Writer? How to Write, Get Published, and Maybe Even Make It BIG!

By Vicki Hambleton & Cathleen Greenwood.

How-to book walks reader through every step of the process, from generating ideas and getting published to marketing a finished book.

Better Than a Lemonade Stand! Small Business Ideas for Kids by Daryl Bernstein.

55 fun, simple, and safe business ideas for kids teaching them the value of money, organizational skills, self-reliance, and more.

The Black Widow by Phyll T. A prequel to show pirates before they were famous. Six children on a camp out discover there are pirates of yesterday in their mist – “the original seven pirates” who wrote the Pirate Code of Honor.

Professor Atlas & the Summoning Dagger

by Paul Maguire. Two best friends in search of adventure find it with Professor Atlas when an archaeological dig turns into time travel to the 14th century.

The Healers by Donna Labermeier. This new thriller features remarkable young adults from around the world who were born with special powers to battle forces of good and evil. The Healers is first in a series.

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Semi-autobiographical story of a single mother’s journey to self discovery, independence and a true understanding of love.

The Return of Ixtab by Robert Zitella. Sci-Fi thriller that follows both a warrior prince in 3000 year old Maya as he discovers the fate of humanity and a modern-day office worker in the end-of-the-world frenzy of December 21, 2012.

Soul to Soul Parenting by Annie Burnside.

Explore universal spiritual principles through a variety of simple, daily means. Assists parents in becoming active participants in their children’s awakening as conscious global citizens.

What’s Great About I-95 Maine to Florida (Interesting Interstates) by Barbara Barnes Quirky facts and unusual trivia about things that happened or are happening along the interstate. See story on page 10.

Not Under My Roof – Parents, Teens & the Culture of Sex by Name. Offering an unprecedented, intimate account of the different ways that teens in two separate countries negotiate sex, love and growing up.

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren by Elaine Williams. Reflects on a wide range of issues including the physical, psychological, emotional, social and inter-generational challenges grandparents and their grandchildren face.

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Chaotic Connections A board game filled with strategy and chance. The game takes players on a crosscountry road trip. Each player is dealt four cities at random and must attempt to build roads to connect the four cities in order to win.

However, anyone who has ever been on a cross-country road trip knows it’s not always a straight shot to get from one city to the next. The situation is no different in Chaotic Connections. Players will be dealt Curve Cards, Road Blocks, Detours and extra cities from other players while attempting to connect their cities. Now the chaos really begins!

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Chaotic Connections is packed with fun for families and is the perfect way for kids to beat the summer boredom blues. The basic rules are simple, making it easy for parents and kids to play, but there are many strategic variations to master. For the more experienced player, more strategy comes into the game, but the game easily adjusts to the level of the player, making it easy for kids ages 9 and up to enjoy the game.

Thomas & Friends™: Up, Up & Away

Thomas and his friends reach new heights in these high-flying adventures!

Thomas and Percy have a special adventure as they try and try again to bring balloons to Mr. Bubbles’ Big Balloon Show.

At the Children’s Steam Fair, Emily learns there are great rewards – and laughs – in helping others; Kevin tries his hook at Hide and Peep and Thomas has a wonky whistle!

Up, Up & Away for fun and adventure with Thomas & Friends! includes special feature content, activities and fun from host Driver Perkins, exclusive only to the DVD. Five Thomas & Friends toys are available so kids can reenact their favorite Up, Up & Away adventures!

For over 65 years, the award-winning Thomas & Friends has taught timeless life lessons of discovery, friendship and cooperation, inviting generations of children to enter a world of imagination through the tracks of a train and the words of a story. © 2012 HIT Entertainment Limited.

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My Vacation Journal is a 20-page activity book that is the perfect project for the school holidays. It encourages parent and child interaction through writing, drawing, coloring, sticking and collecting.

Inside the Journal there is and index to complete, seven pages to write about daily events, a ‘Why not ...’ section suggesting fun things to try and do. Plus, there is a daily checklist to help children understand the importance of sun protection.

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Barney™ Fun! Clean Up, Clean Up

Barney shows how to make cleaning fun; from painting the caboose, to washing windows, to putting away toys! See Riff™ learn new tricks when his litterbot leaves him in a heap of a mess. All the friends help BJ™ out of a big spill, and they work together to host a fancy tea party.

Everything's better with friends, and when teamwork helps with clean-work, the world sparkles and shines!

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Traveling with Kids of All Ages

BY HEIDI SMITH LUEDTKE

with kids is like diving into the deep end of the Tyourraveling pool. It might be cool and refreshing, but it’s risky. Lose balance and the whole thing is a flop. These travel tips will ensure your trip is exhilarating in a good way.

Baby on Board Whether you’ll go by car, train, or plane, plan around baby’s needs: eating, sleeping, and pooping. Keep her usual schedule as much as possible. Don’t let her get too hungry or too tired.

Change diapers often, even if you have to do it at 32,000 feet.

Blowouts can ruin a perfectly good trip.

Pack light, but not too light. Having what you need eases stress, but only if provisions don’t weigh you down. Take changes of clothing for everyone, including yourself. You don’t want to arrive at your destination smelling of sour milk.

Bring a stroller if space allows: they’re handy for carrying more than the baby. Many airlines check baby gear free of charge. Consult the airline website for details.

If you’ll need to heat milk or baby food, find lodging with a fridge and microwave or bring an electric teapot. In transit, offer room-temperature options, like applesauce and cheerios.

How you pack is important, too. Easy access is key. Make a travel-accessible kit to stow under the airline seat or near baby’s seat in the car. It’s not what you have, it’s what you can find that matters. You don’t want to unpack everything to find the wipes!

Routine is soothing, so preserve everyday rituals – like bath time and breakfast – if possible. Trying new things is fun, but it can be unsettling. Take it slow.

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Traveling with toddlers and preschoolers is challenging.

Kids can’t roam free in transit, so try to maximize movement during travel breaks.

On the road, think parks, playgrounds and rest areas. Pick up food to go, then use your map or GPS to find play space nearby. Keep a blanket in the car to turn pit stops into picnics.

Inflatable beach balls and Frisbees are fun anytime, anywhere.

Going up? Don’t book the shortest airline itinerary. You’ll want ample time to take a walk and stretch, use the restroom,

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and eat a snack before boarding your next flight, especially if you’ll have a squirmy toddler on your lap.

Use training pants for long stretches of travel time if your child isn’t 100% accident-free. Some kids won’t go there, but if yours will, pull-ups can save your sanity and your seat!

If your child will be bedding down – on the floor – bring a sleeping bag. Let him pick one he likes and practice at home first. Familiarity reduces stress.

Too much go-go-go wears everyone out. Leave room for rest and relaxation in your itinerary to avoid end-of-day meltdowns. Well-rested travelers have more fun.

Fearless Adventurers Let school-age kids participate in travel planning. Use online maps to explore routes, and let them suggest activities they would enjoy. Build a travel notebook containing itinerary and activity information, such as hours and admission fees.

Help kids brainstorm items they’ll need. Print a checklist for each child, and have them set out items for inspection.

Double check that they have the necessities, then pack them up together. Emphasize their responsibility for keeping track of belongings, too.

Kids will need snacks along the way.

Bring non-perishables from home if you can. You’ll save money and they will eat healthier. You don’t want to buy chips and ice cream every time you fuel up.

In transit, video games and DVD players can keep kids quiet, but they don’t stifle family interaction, unless you count

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backseat fights over the DS. Make travel time memorable with family games and sing-along music.

Vary vacation activities as best you can. If you take in a museum in the morning, hit the park in the afternoon.

You can’t please everyone every minute, but striking a balance across the entire trip is what counts.

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Discovery Classic Golf Tournament

8:15 tee time Black Rock Golf Course Benefit Hagerstown Lions community activites & Discovery Station Exhibits See website to register.

Teeny Travelers If your tween or teen doesn’t want to be seen with you in public, a family trip may sound like a stretch. Tailor your plans to their concerns and you’ll enjoy the trip and each other.

Expect tweens and teens to pack for themselves, and follow up to make sure they have the essentials. Reinforce the need to have the right clothes for each situation. She may want to glam up when she spies a cute boy on the beach. That said, short shorts aren’t for out-to-dinner.

Entertainment items come in small packages now: think iPod, digital camera, cell phone, laptop. Score points by funding new tunes or book titles before the trip. Encourage tweens and teens to document their experiences digitally. This stokes creativity and facilitates that “what I did on my summer vacation” essay down the road.

Plan for alone time. Give tweens and teens breathing room by renting a condo or vacation home, or booking adjoining rooms at hotels. Can’t afford that? Find alternatives. Honoring personal space pays off.

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A science, technology and history museum with hands-on learning experiences, interesting and challenging exhibits, displays and programs • Civil War Trains • Civil War Music • Japanese Origins Exhibit and Programs • Full Scale Triceratops Skull • Möller Organs • C&O Canal exhibit • Hagerstown Aviation • Operate Cessna 110 console • Exact 19' replica of the Titanic & New Titanic cabin exhibit • How a Weather Station Works • NASA spacecraft model • Vision exhibit • Treasure Gift Shoppe • Gift Certificates • Discovery Parties • And much more!

101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD Tues-Sat 10-4 • Closed Sun. & Mon.

www.discoverystation.org 301-790-0076 • 877-790-0076

See Child Guide’s online calendar for fun things to do with your family this summer. www.childguidemagazine.com

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16th Anniversary

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hether you’re running about town on errands or hitting the road for a family trip, parents should prepare in advance for the drive. After all, parents know better than anyone that long stretches of time in the car can lead to hungry, cranky kids. But, with some strategic planning, parents can keep everyone happy. Use these snack ideas and tips to make the best of a busy day or a road trip.

Prepare snacks in advance

Our Heads Up calendar of events features the area’s best family-friendly fun!

See Child Guide’s May/June issue online at www.issuu.com/ childguidemagazine/docs for more summer camps that run through the remainder of the summer months.

Other past issues from 2012, 2011 and 2010 are also available to view in our online library.

One way to combat crankiness before it starts is to make sure the kids are wellfed. Pack some snacks to take with you, so you’re always prepared when the hunger sets in. Here are a few easy and quick snack ideas for on-the-go: • Sliced Fruit – Pack up everything you need to slice up apples and bananas.

Resealable containers make it easy to store and serve food.

• Applesauce – Pack convenient snacks such as the Snack & Go Applesauce Pouches from Mott’s in your purse for when the kids get hungry. Only 40 calories per pouch and with no added sugar, these handy pouches have a cap, so there’s less mess. Kids will love snacking on delicious applesauce, while getting nutrition they need.

• Apple-Banana Smoothie – Add two frozen, peeled bananas to a blender with 1/2 cup of buttermilk and 1 cup of applesauce. Serve this smoothie in a tumbler with a lid and a straw as an on-the-go snack kids will love.

• Baby Carrots – Pre-wash baby carrots and add them to a water-tight container for quick snacking between activities.

Keep them engaged The key to keeping kids happy in the car is to stick to their regular schedule as much as possible. This means parents should be prepared with their child’s favorite stuffed animal or blanket at nap time. In addition, parents can help keep kids entertained by telling them a story or playing a game.

To keep kids happy, remember to: • Take along a few toys and make sure they are within reach.

• Pop their favorite movie into the DVD player.

• Play some fun music and get everyone to sing along. For very young children, learning the tune to the “ABC’s” can be a treat. For older children, look to albums from their favorite children’s TV shows and movies to keep them excited on the drive.

• Stock up your car with picture and story books from the library. Even small children will enjoy turning the pages of a storybook. Ask them to tell you what is happening in the book.

• Play games such as “Eye Spy with My Little Eye.” These games will not only get them paying attention to their surroundings, but also allow you to interact with them, so they won’t feel like they’re just along for the ride.

• Have a blanket and pillow ready when naptime hits. This is especially crucial for long stretches in the car, or following a busy morning of errands that require multiple stops.

For more great, on-the-go snacking ideas and recipes your kids will love, visit www.motts.com.

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A Lifetime of Road Trips n the 1960’s, cross country road trips looked different than they do today.

Kids bounced unrestrained in the backseat; Coca-Cola and fries were consumed without fear of caffeine and cholesterol. With no air-conditioning, a strong wind relentlessly blasted through the car, bringing with it the smell of backyard barbecues and pig farms.

Compare that with today’s sanitary road trip. It’s the difference between the Flintstones and Jetsons.

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At least on the surface. In the drama of long family car trips, the scenery changes generation to generation but the characters are the same. Here’s what I mean: I was the little kid back then, not old enough to care about the geography or geology lessons my parents tried to push on me and my two older sisters.

The lessons went right over my head, or so it seemed at the time. Relentlessly

clever, Dad subtly engaged me in learning.

For example, as we drove through a cut in the road, I’d hear him say, “Look at how there are lines in the rocks. It’s called strata and that was layers of sand or mud millions of years ago.” It didn’t mean a thing to me. But when we stopped for a picnic lunch at a State Park, there was (miraculously) a wall of strata. I remember digging at the layers of rock and discovering a fossil.

Whether it really was one or not, it didn’t matter. Back at school, I told the class about the strata and how fossils are formed.

Even tourist traps became learning opportunities. Out west, we stopped in some tacky shops. I loved the one at Pikes Peak: it had jewelry made of copper nuggets, coon skin hats with the tail hanging down the back and the first kaleidoscope that I’d ever seen. Each item became a lesson, a subtle education in geology, history or physics.

Years later, I was the parent trying to instill knowledge in my children during endless road trips. The constant barrage of “Are we there yet?” and “Can we watch another video?” convinced me that I didn’t have that same magic possessed by my Dad. I just didn’t know how to engage my kids in the finer points of rock formation. Or the Civil War. Or museums about anything. The usual response to my words of wisdom was a blank stare from the back seat.

Every trip was the same and I’d try to make it fun: “Hey, did you know that Stonewall Jackson is buried over there but his arm is buried miles away? And it has its own headstone!” Ever hopeful that a fact this weird would elicit some dialogue, it rarely did. All I got was that stare.

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I felt that I never could break through. Then my kids grew up. As adults, they finally gave me the reward that I’d always sought. “Remember when we were on that trip to Disney and you told us about the salt marshes in Georgia? You told us that slaves worked in the rice fields there. We could see it from the interstate. After that, I was really interested in learning more about the Civil War.” Or “I loved going www.childguidemagazine.com

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to Mount Vernon and seeing where George Washington lived. In fact, I always loved going to all those historical places.” I never knew. They never let on.

So I’m the one who learned a lesson: kids are good at hiding enthusiasm about learning.

At least my kids were and, apparently, so was I as a child. But even as they rolled their eyes and objected to spending an hour in a museum, something was sinking in. You never know what will set off a spark. As a parent, it is our duty to keep trying.

Another important message – and this one I picked up from Dad during our crosscountry vacations – is the difference between the words “to” and “through.” We were driving “to” California from Pittsburgh but we were driving “through” Illinois where Abraham Lincoln started his political career.

We drove “through” Iowa, a state that supplied much of our corn (and the Karo syrup I loved on pancakes). In 8th grade, I knew Pierre was the capital of South Dakota, not because I memorized it in school but because I was there. And I ate a buffalo burger in a local diner.

A clever parent can apply the same principle along any route. It takes some research and planning but the deposits in your child’s memory bank are priceless.

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Living Healthier

A new option for youth sport training S TORY & PHOTO BY KA THERINE COBB Boys learn how to explode off the line by coaches in a KidFit class. Blaise Grove (about to hike the football) will definitely go back for more training during his off-seasons.

s sports continue to play a prominent role in young people’s lives, some parents have thought outside the norm for ways to help their children progress in their skills and stay competitive.

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Parents have learned that participating in recreational sports does not mean their children will learn much more than how the game is played and some basic fundamentals (and even those are often taught incorrectly). For a kid to significantly progress, it requires additional time and attention, especially for kids who intend on being athletes as they advance through their educational years.

As a result, many parents work individually with their sons and daughters outside of scheduled team practices or games.

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Other parents have turned to hiring personal trainers or skill-specific coaches (experienced in running, or batting, etc.) as well as utilizing sport clinics and camps.

An interesting new option for kids is now available through CrossFit 304, which recently opened in Charles Town, WV. Called KidFit, this program is a combination of standard CrossFit training plus sport-specific training.

The CrossFit workout is already kid-friendly, focused on functional movements such as pull-ups, pushups, lifts, jumps and squats. CrossFit facilities are structured differently from other gyms, and kids reportedly embrace it. One minute, they might be jumping off box structures and another, they might be swinging from a set of rings.

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The sport-specific training is unique to CrossFit 304 and was the brainchild of owner Travis Bagent, who has coached many a sport in Jefferson County — and was aware of the need.

His KidFit program separates kids into groups based on grade level and sport, and sometimes gender. They follow an hour-long format with three segments: the workout of the day (a CrossFit mainstay, nicknamed “WOD”), mobility and agility skills, and specialized sport training. For the latter, coaches help kid athletes with performanceenhancing skills and methods utilizing the inside of the facility and the exterior grounds.

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The program works by focusing the skills on the next season coming up (i.e., skills for fall sports such as football and soccer are the focus in summer months, which switches to basketball and volleyball in the fall months, etc.). This allows athletes to prepare and condition prior to their sport commencing for the season. Bagent said any and all athletics can be addressed and that kids are embracing the WODs and sports package.

Missy Grove, 40, a CrossFitter and parent of two children, said her son Blaise, 8, loved KidFit, but admitted he likes fitness. “He already understands it’s important to eat healthy and take care of himself. He knows doing those things will help him be better at his sport.”

Blaise plays three sports — football, basketball and baseball, and attended KidFit before the spring baseball season began to help him get ready.

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“It was nice to see him so involved,” said Grove.

“He was very excited, and loved to go, and when he’d come home from his session, he’d continue doing the workout. I remember him doing those handstand pushups.”

If parents and kids want more than the recreational experience provides for young athletes, investing in additional training is essential, and several options are worth consideration.

Katherine Cobb has been studying nutrition, fitness and mental health for the past 20 years.

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hen it comes to what to expect during the baby’s first year, the main message is that every child is different. “A parent will many times compare their child to somebody else’s child or to a previous child of their own but for growth and development there is a wide range of normal,� said Dr. Gail Calloway, pediatrician at Smithford Family Practice in Hagerstown. You can never ask too many questions. “The baby usually comes back at a month of life and it is a good time for parents to ask if the baby is eating enough, pooping and peeing enough, acting okay, what the little thing on their face is which might be baby acne and if the circumcision looks okay,� said Calloway. There are a lot of little changes so it is helpful to touch base.

The one month visit may be quick but can take a long time.

After, the baby comes back at two months, four months, six months, nine months and a year for growth and development.

Height is monitored and weight and head circumference are plotted on a growth curve to determine if they are growing appropriately. “The baby will weigh between five-and-a-half and ten pounds when born and depending on where they start out and their nutrition, they will typically double their birth weight in the first five months and triple at a year,� said Calloway.

The pediatrician looks at growth and motor development, fine motor development and social and language development.

You want to know if the baby is normal in terms of talking. “The baby will imitate sounds; some will be cooing at two months making ooh ahh and vowel sounds; and then at seven or eight months you will hear some of the consonants and may hear mama and dada,� said Calloway. Babies know one to three words at a year and fifty words at two years. They love to interact and at four months tend to smile at everybody. “If they are not making sound they may have a problem with hearing,� said Calloway.

At around four months solid foods are introduced like cereal and then baby food. The baby is neurologically ready to swallow different consistencies. Bowel movements and wet diapers are variable, as a baby can have four to twelve wet diapers a day. “Some babies have a bowel movement every time they eat and others go four days without one,� said Calloway. Spit-up after eating is common. “Keep the baby upright after feeding him, so hold him on your shoulder, raise the head of the bed or put continued on page 16

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the name game Thinking Themewise

BY SARA JONES

W hat strikes you about these sets of names?

Eric, Emma, Eli Juliet, Miranda, Beatrice Robyn, Martin, Jay Well, for one thing, there are some pretty good baby name possibilities there. But the actual point is that the names have themes: each set of three has some element that connects them.

(Can you figure out the connections? Answers below.) Themed sibling names can be a lot of fun, if you keep a few things in mind: Go for it! If you like the idea, give it serious consideration.

Break the shackles! Stay flexible. If, two babies later, you realize you don’t want to use a name that fits with the theme, don’t force yourself to continue it.

You aren’t naming baby dolls. It’s fun to imagine having four boys and naming them Lansing, Lincoln, Madison, and Denver. But I met these boys in real life, and it’s hard to take a lineup of names like that seriously. Don’t get too cute with someone else’s identity.

There are countless ways to form connections: syllables, spelling, meanings, pop culture, literature – so many possibilities.

Two of the most common themes are: Alliteration. The easiest theme is to give your children names that start with the same letter. The Duggars, who star in their own reality show with their nineteen children, were pretty lucky that they chose the versatile letter “J.” I knew of another large family who decided to go with Ms for the girls and Ks for the boys. By their sixth boy they were using names like “Klayt,” which is really isn’t even a name. So if you’re going to go the all-same-letter route, choose that letter carefully.

Categories. Categories give you more choices than alliteration.

But it is easy to run out of possibilities before you’re done having children. The parents of Violet, Rose, and Jasmine might hit a snag if they have a boy. They can branch out into nature-themed names (Sky, Hawk, River, Forest, Fielding). Or they can break the shackles and choose a boy name regardless of how well it fits with the others. “Violet, Rose, Jasmine, and Cody” is just fine.

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The best type of theme, in my opinion, is the one where the connection is subtle. One couple named their children Grace, Cary, and Oliver. The names cast a glow of Golden Hollywood, when Grace Kelley, Cary Grant, and Lawrence Olivier were each a “shimmering, glowing star in the cinema firmament.” (Ten points if you can identify that movie quote.)

Another family used a spelling twist to connect their five children: Eowyn, Carys, Bryn, Christyn, and Tobyn. Some themes develop by accident; the family who already has a “Dana” and “Sara” might go with “Nina” to make a set. All of these connections are apparent enough to be pleasing, but doesn’t overdo the cuteness factor.

My husband and I accidentally created a theme. Our first three children have middle names beginning with M. When our fourth was due, I felt compelled to use an M name just to match. But there wasn’t an available M name I truly liked. It was time to Break the Shackles! But I liked having the names match. What to do?

A friend gave me the solution. Our older son’s middle name is Michael, an angel in the Bible. She suggested using Gabriel, another Biblical angel. We weren’t forced to use a name we didn’t really like, and our fourth child’s name is connected with his brother’s. A little creativity saved the day.

In conclusion, feel free to choose your firstborn’s name with a theme in mind. Go for it… be ready to break the shackles if you have to… and save the over cute themes for baby dolls.

Answers Alliteration All Shakespearian heroines All names of birds The quote is from Singin’ in the Rain.

Sara Roberts Jones of Stephens City, VA, once wanted to have children named Jubal and Jubilee, but that was before she married a Jones. If you have any questions or comments about names, you can send them to slrjones@comcast.net.

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something on the mattress to get the head of the crib up or lay the baby down on his right side which is a nice little trick,” said Calloway. Due to anatomy, there is less of a chance of spit-up.

By four to six months they roll to the side and over. By five to six months they roll from the front to back or back to front.

It is important to put the baby on the back to sleep. “Babies love routine but sleep is variable so some do fine with only eight to ten hours and others do eighteen to twenty,” said Dr. Robert Wack, director of pediatric services at Frederick Regional Health System in Frederick. Be sure you are resting as well.

The next thing that happens is crawling. “Usually at about a year they walk without help but some walk as early as nine months and others may take until fifteen months,” said Calloway. Babies are entertaining.

“You want to see them constantly learning to do new things and if you get the feeling your child has not learned any new skills or tricks in the last month or two, it is something you should bring to your doctor’s attention,” said Wack.

The first year of life is a great time. “It is a lot of fun because kids do such funny things,” said Wack. Make sure your baby makes progress. “If he gets to the point where he is sitting up by himself and then for some reason cannot sit up, that is something you need to bring to your doctor’s attention right away,” said Wack. Be sure to discuss milestones with the doctor so you know what to expect. “By two months the baby should be smiling and shortly after laughing and then by the time he is big enough to sit up, he should be noticing other babies and people and paying attention to what is going on in the world,” said Wack. Babies are curious. “They should make eye contact with other people and react to facial expressions in twelve months,” said Wack.

Babies are generally healthy. “Mucus in their nose is always a concern and the best thing to do is to get saline nasal drops which are like saltwater in a bottle and use a ball syringe to suck mucus out,” said Calloway. Under two months, Tylenol or Motrin are not recommended because the doctor wants to know if the baby has a fever since it could indicate something serious.

It is critical to find a pediatrician you click with. “The baby goes from being helpless and little to walking and talking to a miniadult by the end of the first year, which is a huge transformation,” said Wack.

Jamie Lober, author of Pink Power (http://www.getpinkpower.com), is dedicated to providing information on women’s and pediatric health topics.

She can be reached at jamie@getpinkpower.com. © 2012 Jamie Lober

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Accessories Brush & Learn® Brushing teeth has never been such fun. Th ese musical toothbrushes teach children to brush the right way, while humming to songs about the ABCs, 123s and barnyard animals. When the song ends, brushing is done, which ensures a thorough job each time. Plackers® Kids, $4.99; www.plackers.com; 3-5 years.

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Other pluses include a music shuffl e mode, calming night-light, baby activation butt on and varied volume control. Detach the music box for toddler playtime. Tiny Love, $54.99; www.tinylove.com; birth and up.

Lay-n-Go Play for hours, clean up in seconds! Lay-n-Go is an all-in-one activity mat and storage solution that off ers kids and parents a great way to easily manage their toy collections at home or on the go. Lay-n-Go, LLC, $64.95; www.layngo.com; all ages.

ZAZOO Photo Clock Images of a sun and moon will teach your child whether it’s time to rise and shine or keep slumbering, resulting in a good night’s sleep for both child and parent. Th e clock is fully customizable and grows with your child, becoming a digital photo frame, alarm clock and music player once sleep time is mastered. ZAZOO LLC, $89.99; www.zazookids.com; 2 years and up. www.childguidemagazine.com

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Gadgets ‘n Gear Aqueduck Litt le ones can wash their hands with ease with this faucet extender. Aqueduck is portable and easy to install, and encourages hand-washing independence. Available in pink or blue, it fi ts most bathroom faucets.

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Th e processor comes with a pestle, mortar, grinding lid, grinding board, fi lter, juicer and feeding spoon. All pieces are BPA-free, a snap to clean and stackable for easy storage. Piyo Piyo, $17.69; www.piyopiyousa.com; 5 months and up.

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QuickSmart Easy Fold Stroller “No assembly needed” is what busy parents want to hear! Th e revolutionary folding system on this stroller will get you out the door in seconds. Steering is a breeze, even if maneuvering with one hand.

Fits children up to 45 pounds. Includes a rain cover for instant shelter. QuickSmart, $219.99; www.QuickSmartGo.com; 6 months and up.

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Parent’s Corner SAY WHAT YOU SEE for Parents and Teachers (e-book) Who said children don’t come with handbooks? Th is quick, how-to guide off ers practical tips for communicating eff ectively, sett ing boundaries and using acknowledgments instead of constant praise. By Sandra R. Blackard, published by Language of Listening, 2011, $2.99; www.languageofl istening.com.

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The Parent’s Guide to College for Students on the Autism Spectrum Sending your son or daughter off to college is never easy, especially if he or she has an autism spectrum disorder. Th is valuable resource serves as a beacon of hope, providing college-bound students and their families with the information they need to succeed.

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Meet Our Judges ■ Donald Gallo, Ph.D., ABPP, is a board-certifi ed clinical psychologist and has worked for Kaiser Permanente as their autism spectrum disorder diagnostician for the past 10 years.

He is the author of Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Lifespan Perspective (John Wiley and Sons, 2010). www.thedoctorsgallo.com ■ Alexandra Kent is the purchasing manager and public relations specialist for Nubius Organics, a webbased seller of natural, organic and green products that promote eco-friendly living. Kent identifies and researches healthy, earth-friendly products and shares her fi ndings through social media. www.nubiusorganics.com ■ JJ Levenstein, M.D., FAAP, is the founder of Boulevard Pediatrics in Encino, Calif., and serves on the clinical staff of two hospitals. She was named one of the Best Doctors in America®, 2004 through 2011, and is also the co-founder of MD Moms, creators of Baby Silk, the fi rst pediatriciandeveloped personal care line for babies. www.mdmoms.com ■ Stephanie Mihalas, Psy.D., is a licensed psychologist, nationally certifi ed school psychologist, and founder of the Center for Well-Being: Psychological Services for Children, Youth and Families in Los Angeles. She presents at national and state conferences and has contributed to several books. www.askdrstephanie.com

■ Jason Mracky is a safety expert and owner of Boo Boo Busters Inc., a consulting fi rm that identifies and prioritizes baby safety issues in homes. Mracky identifies common hazards and specializes in homes with diffi cult layouts. www.booboobusters.com ■ Penni Seller, Psy.D., LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist with more than 27 years of experience. The creator of a social skills program implemented at several schools, Seller also has a private practice helping families deal with issues at home and school. www.drpenniseller.com ■ Linda Rowley Thom, M.Ed., is the Elementary Special Education Director for California’s San Ramon Valley Unifi ed School District Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) and oversees programs for students from birth through fi fth grade.

■ LeeAnn S. Weintraub, M.P.H., RD, is an author and registered dietitian in Los Angeles, providing nutrition counseling and consulting services to individuals, families and businesses. She specializes in pediatric nutrition, weight management, diabetes, cardiovascular health, kidney disease, digestive disorders and disease prevention. www.lsmithrd.wordpress.com

Zenergy Starter Kit Zenergy is a yoga program with a multi-class DVD (and a teacher’s resource CD) that features superheroes teaching the poses and empowering kids to stay strong in adverse situations.

Infusion Wellness, $75; www.infusionwellness.com; 3-5 years.

Life360 Family Locator Parents can breathe a litt le easier with this app that gives smart phones the capability to locate family, set up a private, cross-platform channel for communication and identify nearby threats. Features include messaging, alert, check-in capabilities and an easyto-read map of nearby safe points such as hospitals and police stations.

Life360, fr ee; www.life360.com.

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Laylah, of Inwood, in her patriotic outfit, was an entry in Child Guide’s 2012 Cover Kids Contest.

A look at what’s happening in the region COMPILED BY SUZANNE HOVERMALE

Through August 4 Music by the Lake, City Park bandshell, 501 Virginia Ave., Hagerstown. Sat., 7-8:30 p.m.

Summer concert series featuring local and regional performers. 301/791-3132. www.washingtoncountyarts.com.

Through August 16 Summerfest Family Theatre, Baker Park bandshell, Frederick. Thurs., 10:30 a.m. Free children’s entertainment including music, dance, magic and more. Canned good donations accepted in lieu of admission. 301/600-2489.

Through August 16 Outdoor Movie Series, Loudoun Street Mall in front of the 1840 Courthouse, Winchester.

Thurs. at dusk (approx. 8:45 p.m.) Free family movies. Bring a blanket or chairs. 540/6624946. www.winchesterva.gov/parks.

Through August 19 Hagerstown Municipal Band Concerts, Peter Buys Bandshell, City Park, Hagerstown.

Sun, 7:30 p.m. 301/739-8577, x169. www.hagerstownband.org.

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Through July 8 Waynesborofest, Waynesboro, PA. Triennial WaynesboroFest celebration for the whole family.

Worship service, family movie, art exhibit, magic show, entertainment, wine tasting, dramalogue, Waynesboro Jubilee on July 4, and much more.

717/762-7224.

Through July 14 “The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley,” Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre and Children’s Theatre, 5 Willowdale Dr., Frederick. Based on the popular book by Jeff Brown. For performance times and ticket information, 301/662-6600. www.wayoffbroadway.com.

Through July 15 Green Meadows Petting Farm, 10102 Fingerboard Rd., Ijamsville, MD. Closed Mon. and Tues. Farm animals and interactive animal show. $12, ages 2 and older; free, ages 1 and under.

800/799-1166. www.greenmeadowsevents.com.

Through July 28 Brunswick Crossing Rock in the Valley Concert Series, Hope Farm Park, 1420 Musgrove Alley, Brunswick, MD. Sat., 4:30-6:30 p.m. Afternoon concert for the whole family. 301/834-7465.

Through July 29 Art Exhibit, The Mansion House Art Gallery, 501 Highland Way, City Park, Hagerstown. Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 1-5 p.m. “All Membership Exhibit” and “All Membership Annual Miniature Exhibit.” All Valley Art Association Photographer members will be showing their work. 301/797-6813. www.valleyartassoc.com.

Through August 9 Concerts in War Memorial Park, N. Tennessee Ave., Martinsburg. Thurs., 7 p.m. Each week features a different genre. www.mbcparksrec.org.

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“The 3 Pigs Circus,” Wonderment Puppet Theater, 412 W. King St., Martinsburg. Sat. and Sun., 12 noon and 2 p.m. $4.50; free admission for children younger than age 2. 304/258-4074. www.wondermentpuppets.com.

Through August 26 Summer Concert Series, Baker Park bandshell, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick. Sun, 7 p.m. Enjoy local and regional groups representing a wide range of musical styles. Canned food donations accepted in lieu of admission. 301/600-2489.

Through September 29 Potomac Eagle Train Rides, Potomac Eagle Wappocomo Station, Route 28 North, Romney, WV. Every Sat. and some Sun. Classic club and coach seating available, open window coaches, open observation cars, café car, and more. See website for schedule. 304/424-0736. www.potomaceagle.info.

Through September 30 Outdoor Music Series at Pen Mar Park, 11400 Pen Mar High Rock Rd., Cascade, MD. Sunday, 2-5 p.m. Free summer music series. Donations welcome.

July entertainment: Arrow Trio (7/1), Back to Back (7/8), Organist Jim Powers (7/15), Spectrum (7/22) and Jay and the Jingos (7/29). August entertainment: The Andy Angel Quartet (8/5), Music by Just Us (8/12), The Steve Hayes Trio (8/19), The Ray Birely Orchestra (8/26). 301/791-1551.

Through October 31 South Mountain Creamery Tours, 8305 Bolivar Rd., Middletown, MD. Tours by appointment only.

Tours offered Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., weather permitting. Children under 3 are free. $7.50/person, includes tour, goodie bag and a single scoop ice cream cone. 240/347-1076. www.southmountaincreamery.com.

Through December 31 Civil War Trains Exhibit, Discovery Station Museum, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 10 am-4 pm Tues.-Sat. 301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org.

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July Ever Wild West Rodeo Days, Adventure 1MD.1st Park USA, 11113 W. Baldwin Rd., New Market, Entertainment, food, pro bull riding, little wranglers rodeo, rodeo clowns, trick roping, barrel racing, line dancing, cowboy action shoot-outs and more. $30, ages 8 & up; $18, ages 7 & under.

904/249-9784.

Flagg Coal Co. #75 Steam Train, Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville, MD. 10 am, 1 pm & 4 pm. Flagg Coal Co. #75 makes a visit to the Walkersville Southern Railroad. Fully operational steam locomotive pulls WSRR passenger cars. 301/898-0899.

Mason Dixon Barbershop Chorus, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle, Hagerstown. 2:30 pm. Concert.

Ticketed event. 301/739-5727. www.wcmfa.org.

The U.S. Army Field Band and Soldiers Chorus, Hagerstown (MD) Community College, Alumni Amphitheater, Robinwood Drive. 4:30 pm. Red, White and Blue Concert Series. Free. 240/500-2346.

Mountaintop Heritage Days, Fort Ritchie at Cascade, MD and Blue Ridge Summit, PA. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parade, food, crafts, live entertainment, fireworks, boating, helicopter rides, car cruise-in, church service, children’s games and more.

301/241-3964 or 301/241-4501. www.onemountainfoundation.org/2012events.

How’s Your John Hancock, Rose Hill Manor Park & Museum, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 1:30-3 p.m.

Explore the history of the Declaration of Independence and learn the art of calligraphy used by the signers of the Declaration. Ages 6-12. $12.

301/600-1650. and 15 Art in the Park, Berkeley Springs State Park, 2 S. Washington St., Berkeley Springs, WV. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Juried outdoor art fair for local and regional artists to show and sell their work.

304/258-6419. and August 5 Carillon concert, Baker Park, Carillon Tower, Frederick. 12 noon. Free.

301/600-2888 or 800/999-3613. www.fredericktourism.org.

Magic By Joe The Show, Clarke County Library at the Barns of Rose Hill, 101 Chalmers Court, Berryville, VA. 10:30 a.m. 540/955-5144.

Magic By Joe The Show, Handley Library, 100 W. Piccadilly St., Winchester. 2 p.m. 540/662-9041.

City Of Brunswick Independence Day Celebration, Brunswick Middle School Entrance, Cummings Drive and Thirteenth Ave., Brunswick, MD. Dusk.

301/834-7500.

Full Moon Hike, Blandy Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA. 8:30-9:30 p.m. Explore the Arboretum under the full moon. $8, FOSA members; $10, nonmembers; $20, whole family. 540/5421326.

“Hop,” Leitersburg Cinemas, 20145 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown. 10 a.m. Rated PG. Free summer movie. 240/329-2093. www.leitersburgcinemas.com.

Magic By Joe The Show, Bowman Library, 871 Tasker Rd., Stephens City, VA. 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.

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The Glorious & The Brave, Capitol Theatre Center, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg. 7 p.m. Documentary about WWII Veterans & Holocaust Survivors. Free. 717/263-0202.

Community Fireworks, Jim Barnett Park, 1001 E. Cork St., Winchester.

9:20 p.m. Fireworks display to celebrate Independence Day. Outdoor pool open until 8:45 p.m. Moon bounce and food. Fee. 540/542-1326. to 7 Berkeley Springs Volunteer Fireman’s Carnival, along 522, just north of Berkeley Springs, WV. 6-11 p.m. Rides, games, food and live entertainment nightly.

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Frederick’s 4th – An Independence Day Celebration, Baker Park, Bentz St., Frederick. 12 noon-dusk. Music, volleyball tournament, chili cook-off, kids’ activities, bathtub races, fireworks and more. 301/600-2489.

River Riders July 4th Raft Special, River Riders, 408 Alstadts Hill Rd., Harpers Ferry, WV. 3 p.m. departure.

Twilight rafting or kayaking trip in honor of our nation’s birthday. Fee. 304/5352663.

Independence Day at Fairgrounds Park, Fairgrounds Park, Hagerstown. 6 p.m. Music, vendors, fireworks at 9:30 p.m. and more. 301/739-8577, x116. www.hagerstownmd.org.

Fourth of July Celebration, Sherando Park, 200 Lakeview Circle, Stephens City, VA. 6 p.m. Live music, food and fireworks. $5/vehicle. 540/542-1326.

Williamsport Independence Day Celebration, Byron Memorial Park, Williamsport, MD. 7 p.m. Patriotic concert by the Community Band followed by fireworks at dusk.

301/223-7711. www.williamsportmd.gov.

Curious Kids, Jefferson County Community Center, Preschool Room, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 9 a.m.12 noon. Experiments, hands-on activities, walks and more. Ages 3-5. $15. 304/728-3207. www.jcprc.org. and 12 Down a Garden Path, Renfrew Park, 1010 E. Main St., Waynesboro, PA. 9:30-11 a.m. Meet at the Visitor’s Center. Spend time with Renfrew Institute garden instructors.

Play, make garden crafts, listen to stories, explore an old barn, and more.

For children completing grades K-4. $4 per child per session, members; $5 per child per session, non-members.

717/762-0373. www.renfrewinstitute.org.

First Friday Fun, The Children’s Museum at Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 9:3010:30 a.m. “Yankee Doodle.” Story, craft and program. For ages 3 and up.

Pre-registration suggested. $4.

301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com.

Charlie Hope Children’s Concert, Frederick County Public Library, Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung Street, Frederick, MD. 10:15 a.m. Concert of musical fun with singer-songwriter Charlie Hope. For all ages, accompanied by an adult. 301/600-7000.

Charlie Hope Music, C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 1:30 p.m. Concert of musical fun with singer-songwriter Charlie Hope.

For all ages, accompanied by an adult.

301/600-1630.

“Butterflies through Binoculars,” Blandy Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA. 2-4 p.m. Use binoculars to watch and identify butterflies. $8, FOSA members; $10, nonmembers; $20, whole family. 540/542-1326.

Greencastle First Fridays, 5-8 p.m., Greencastle, PA. Enjoy live entertainment on the square, shops, artists,

, 10 , 17, 24 & 31 3 Moonlight Storytime! Bowman 5 Library, 871 Tasker Rd., Stephens City, VA. 6:30 p.m. Evening of stories, fingerplays and songs by moonlight.

540/869-9000, x215.

Free Fishing Day, Anyone can fish in Maryland’s freshwaters without a fishing license today. http://dnr.maryland.gov/fisheries/ freefishing.html.

15th Annual Liberty 5K and Kids Run, Jim Barnett Park, 1001 Cork St., Kiwanis II Shelter, Winchester. 8 a.m.

USATF-certified 5K course and kids’ race. Prizes and awards for top runners. $17, 5K SVR member; $18, nonmember; $10, kids run. Registration fee higher on race day. 540/667-0252.

4th of July Celebration and Parade, Middletown Community Park, Middletown, VA. 8 a.m.-10 p.m.

Carnival, crafts fair, farmer’s market, parade at 4 p.m., food, games, live music, fireworks at dusk, and more.

540/542-1326.

Run for Freedom 5k, Byron Memorial Park (Pavilion #3), Williamsport, MD. 8:30 a.m. Start and finish location will be on Springfield Farm Lane. $25/person. 240/313-2808. www.washco-md.net.

5th Annual Salamander Scramble 5k Race, Waynesboro, PA. 8:30 a.m.

In conjunction with Waynesboro’s Fourth of July Firecracker 5K run. Raise funds for Renfrew Institute. Call for information and registration forms.

717/762-0373.

Independence Day at Sky Meadows State Park, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 12 noon-4 p.m. Listen to a dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence while you picnic. Oldfashioned toys and games, patriotic kids’ craft, and the kids fishing derby.

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First Friday Make-and-Take, Joyful Arts Studio, 55 W. Baltimore St., Greencastle. 5-8 p.m. Learn to make artist trading cards. All skill levels. $5/person. 717/658-2177. www.susanshafferart.com.

First Friday Chambersburg, downtown Chambersburg. 5-8 p.m.

“Americana.” Annual event with artists, kids activities, in-store specials & samples, music, and more. 717/2610072. www.chambersburgfirstfriday.com.

Nora Roberts Event, Hagerstown Municipal Stadium, 274 E. Memorial Blvd., Hagerstown. 6 p.m. Suns ballgame with Nora Roberts throwing out the first pitch. Discovery Station has hands-on activities and displays and historical baseball information.

301/790-0026 or 301/508-7019. www.discoverystation.org.

Classic Car Cruise-In, Town Center, Williamsport, MD. 6-9 p.m. Classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, and entertainment.

301/573-1501 or 301/233-7711. www.williamsportmd.gov.

First Fridays Arts Walk, Old Town Winchester. 6-9 p.m. Special gallery events, music and shopping. 540/6675166. www.oldtownwinchesterva.com.

Star-Spangled Fireworks Special, Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville, MD. 8 p.m. Visit the firemen’s carnival in town, have dinner, then board the train for a ride and spectacular front-row view of the fireworks. Reservations suggested.

301/898-0899.

“Wrath of the Titans,” Echo Field at Mount Saint Mary’s University, 16300 Old Emmitsburg Rd., Emmitsburg, MD. 9 p.m. Free movie for the family. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. 301/447-8329. www.msmary.edu/summermovies. and August 3 Tots ‘n’ Tunes, Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Rd., Thurmont, MD. 11 a.m. Fast-paced 30-minute session of dancing and moving using instruments, beanbags and scarves. Registration required. 301/600-7200. and August 3 Middle School Dance, Jefferson County Community Center, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 6:30-10 p.m. Dance and socialize with friends in a fun, safe environment. Grades 6-8. $8.

304/728-3207. www.jcprc.org. and August 3 Free First Friday, Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum, 54 S. Loudoun St., Winchester. 5-7:30 p.m. Come use your imagination and explore the museum free of charge. 540/722-2020. www.discoverymuseum.net. to 8 Windfest, Canaan Valley Resort, 230 Main Lodge Rd., Davis, WV. Kite flying and stunt kite demos.

Children and adults of all ages are encouraged to build your own kite and learn how to fly it. Small fee charged for craft. Smokehouse BBQ dinner buffet served Fri. 304/866-4121.

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and 10 Home School History 6 Days, Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 1:30-3 p.m.

“We the People.” Allow experienced staff to enrich your child’s studies with a multi-disciplinary, hands-on approach to history. Focus on the American Revolution and Colonial periods. Preregistration required. $5. Ages 5-14.

301/600-2936. www.recreater.com.

Orienteering 101: Compass and Map ABS’s, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 8-11 a.m. Learn orienteering basics. Ages 10 & up. $20. 304/7283207. www.jcprc.org.

Sloppy Saturday, Jefferson County Community Center, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 10:30 a.m.-12 noon.

Crafts, science and sloppy fun. Ages 36 with parent. $12. 304/728-3207. www.jcprc.org.

“Firefly Fling,” Fountain Rock Park, 8516 Fountain Rock Ct., Walkersville, MD. 8-9:30 p.m. Traditional family campfire event. All ages. $4, children under 3 are free. 301/600-2936. www.Recreater.com.

Barnfest, Williamsport (MD) Springfield Farm Barn. Music, food and fun for all ages. 301/223-7711.

Tim & Susan Cook Memorial OneMile Race, Chambersburg Memorial YMCA, McKinley St., Chambersburg. 7 a.m.-12 noon. Runners begin at Chambersburg Area Middle School and finish near the track at the Chambersburg Area Senior High School. Opening event for the ChambersFest. 717/2647101.

Patriotic Celebration, Marker-Miller Orchards, 3035 Cedar Creek Grade, Winchester. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Celebrating the official start of a new season.

Peaches and garden vegetables, music, children’s activities, wagon rides and cow train. 540/662-1980.

Life on the Farm: Tending the Garden, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 10 a.m.-12 noon. Meet near the Visitor Center. Perform typical farm chores with a costumed interpreter at Mount Bleak Farm. Help us keep our vegetable and herb gardens growing. Helpers take home some freshly-picked produce and get a glass of hand-squeezed lemonade. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Charlie Hope in Concert, Brunswick Public Library, 915 N. Maple Avenue, Brunswick, MD. 10:15 a.m. Musical fun with singer-songwriter Charlie Hope. For all ages, accompanied by an adult.

301/600-7250.

National Kitchen Garden Day, Pry House Field Hospital Museum, Antietam National Battlefield, 18906 Shepherdstown Pike, Keedysville, MD. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit the Pry Kitchen and medicinal garden and learn about the uses of a variety of herbs and vegetables by people in the 19th century. 301/416-2395.

Charlie Hope: Let’s Sing!, Middletown Branch, 101 Prospect St., Middletown, MD. 1 p.m. Concert of

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Brady, of Martinsburg, cools off in the pool on a hot summer day.

Brady is an entry in Child Guide’s 2012 Cover Kids Contest.

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Free Civil War Cinema, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. 1 p.m. “Gettysburg,” Rated PG. 301/739-5727. www.wcmfa.org.

Battle Of Cedar Creek Guided Driving Tour, Cedar Creek Battlefield, 8437 Valley Pike, Middletown, VA. 2-4 p.m. Two-hour guided tour, using a carcaravan system, which covers the Battle of Cedar Creek in a chronological fashion. Free. 540/8692064.

Creative Outlet, Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. 3-5 p.m. Art activities for all ages. “Africa: Fabric of the Community.” 301/698-0656.

Charlie Hope Concert, Frederick County Public Library, Walkersville Branch, 57 W. Frederick St., Walkersville, MD. 3:30 p.m. Concert of musical fun with singer-songwriter Charlie Hope. For all ages, accompanied by an adult. 301/845-8880.

The Great Frederick Float, Carroll Creek Linear Park, Frederick. 5-9 p.m. Family fun, children’s activities, music, dancing, beer garden, and a Boat Parade Contest with prizes. 301/698-8118.

First Saturday–Stars & Stripes and The Great Frederick Float, Frederick. 5-9 p.m. Frederick celebrates the holiday with a variety of patriotic festivities. Live music, annual town photo and more.

301/698-8118. www.downtownfrederick.org.

Sunset-Full Moon Float, River & Trail Outfitters, 604 Valley Rd., Knoxville, MD. 6 p.m. Paddle a kayak or a canoe by the light of the setting sun and rising moon. Experience the evening river. $45/person.

301/695-5177.

Walkersville Southern Railroad Dinner Train, Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville, MD. 6-8 p.m. 5-course meal in an elegant dining car during a 2-hour train ride.

Admission. 301/898-0899.

Antietam Salute To Independence Celebration, Antietam National Battlefield, Sharpsburg, MD. 7:30 p.m. Maryland Symphony Orchestra. Annual light, classical and patriotic music, complete with cannon fire and fireworks. Special guest Governor Martin O’Malley will serve as Narrator for Aaron Copland’s “Lincoln Portrait.” 301/797-4000. www.marylandsymphony.org.

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and 8 148th Battle Anniversary, 7 Monocacy National Battlefield, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick. Living history, artillery and infantry

Tales from the Mount Bleak Attic, Sky 8 Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 12 noon-1:30 p.m. Meet in the

demonstrations, museum exhibit and ranger programs will highlight the 14th New Jersey Regiment’s experience at Monocacy in 1862 and 1864. 301/662-3515.

Civil War Encampment: 21st Georgia at Sky Meadows, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Meet near the Historic Mount Bleak House. Costumed reenactors, unit drills, weapons demonstrations, camp cooking and more. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Flagg Coal Co. #75 Steam Train, Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville, MD. 10 a.m., 1 p.m. & 4 p.m., Flagg Coal Co. #75 makes a visit to the Walkersville Southern Railroad. Fully operational steam locomotive pulls WSRR passenger cars. 301/8980899. and 21 Civil War Walking Tour, Museum of Frederick County History, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. 11 a.m. Guided walking tour of downtown Frederick focused on Civil War history. 301/6631188.

Free Movie Night, Bridge of Life Center, Hagerstown. 7-9 p.m. Enjoy a movie, free popcorn and soda in a safe, family-friendly environment. www.BridgeOfLife.org. and August 4 First Saturday, Main Street, Martinsburg. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Arts & crafts, discounts at area businesses and more. 304/2624200. www.MainStreetMartinsburg.com.

“Flutter By, Butterfly,” Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 10 a.m.-12 noon. Meet at the Visitor’s Center. Join a Volunteer Naturalist for a guided walk looking for butterflies.

540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Full Moon Walk, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 7:30-9 p.m. Meet at the Visitor Center. Moderate 1.5-mile hike up the Piedmont Overlook Trail. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. and August 19 Cool Bugs, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 3-5 p.m. Meet in the Mount Bleak yard. Explore the world of insects and create your own critter in a cool craft project. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. , 14, 21 & 28 Saturday Morning Youth Programs, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle, Hagerstown. 10-11:30 a.m. Free art classes for ages 6-13.

Monthly registration required. 301/739-5727. www.WCMFA.org.

Walkersville Southern Railroad Saturday Excursions, Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville. 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.

Journey through the beautiful Maryland countryside in a 1920s passenger coach. $8-$12. 301/8980899.

Candlelight Ghost Tours of Frederick, tours begin in front of Brewer’s Alley Restaurant, 124 N. Market St., Frederick. 8:30 p.m. Tour highlights numerous epicenters of paranormal activity located in historic downtown Frederick. Tour lasts 90 minutes. Private tours available by reservation.

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Carriage Barn. Come for an investigation into Sky Meadows’ past. Examine items from the park’s artifact archives and learn about conservation methods. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Florida Day, Antietam National Battlefield, Sharpsburg, MD. 2 p.m. Presentation by Stuart Dempsey. “From Seven Pines to Appomattox: The Florida Brigade in the Army of Northern Virginia.”

301/432-5124.

Civil War Picnic Concert, The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, 339 Seton Ave., Emmitsburg, MD. 5 p.m. The Hancock String Band and the 2nd South Carolina String Band perform a free picnic concert on the grounds. 301/447-6606. , 14, 15, 22, 28 & 29 Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Frederick, Museum of Frederick County History, 24 E. Church St., Frederick.

1:30 p.m., 11 am tours on July 14 & 28. Guided walking tour of downtown Frederick. Fee. 301/6631188. and August 5 Bird Walk, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 9-11 a.m. Meet near the Visitor Center. Learn about bird identification and find some of the birds that reside at Sky Meadows. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Naturalist Stroll, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Meet near the Visitor Center. Join a Volunteer Naturalist for a casual walk in the park. 540/5923556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. and August 11 Muck Raking, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. July 8, 2-4 p.m.; Aug. 11, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Meet at Turner Pond. Hands-on, aquatic investigation for all ages. Wear “wettable” shoes.

540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Bill Wellington’s Radio Woof Family Concert, Clarke County Library at the Barns of Rose Hill, 101 Chalmers Court, Berryville. 10:30 a.m.

Music, song and story. 540/955-5144.

Bill Wellington’s Radio Woof Family Concert, Handley Library, 100 W. Piccadilly St., Winchester. 2 p.m. Music, song and story. 540/662-9041.

Wayne Band In Concert, Renfrew Museum and Park, 1010 E. Main St., Waynesboro, PA. 7 p.m.

Musical selections for the whole family. Free. www.renfrewmuseum.org. 717/762-4723. and 23 Playtime Mondays, The Children’s Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Children are encouraged to explore the museum and learn through creative, hands-on play. All ages. $4. Adults must be accompanied by a child. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com.

“Rio,” Leitersburg Cinemas, 20145 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown. 10 a.m. Rated G. Free summer movie. 240/329-2093. www.leitersburgcinemas.com.

Bill Wellington’s Radio Woof Family Concert, Bowman Library, 871 Tasker Rd., Stephens City, VA. 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Music, song and story. 540/8699000.

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Festival Celebration Orchestra. $18$40. 717/477-7469.

The 257th Army Band – The Band Of The Nation’s Capital, Hagerstown (MD) Community College, Alumni Amphitheater, 11400 Robinwood Drive. 6:30 p.m. Red, White and Blue Concert Series. Free.

240/500-2346. to 15 “Thoroughly Modern Millie, Jr.” Musselman High School, Inwood, WV. Fri. & Sat., 7 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. Musselman Theatre’s Artisic Endeavors Theatre Camp Show. $10, adults; $7, children & seniors.

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and August 2 10 “Kaluoka’hina: The 13 Enchanted Reef,” Earth, Space, and Science Lab, 210 Madison St., Frederick. 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. shows. $4. 240/236-2694. and August 14 Wee Patriots, The Children’s Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 1:30-3 p.m.

Afternoon of fun and learning about America’s beginning. Discover the excitement of the American Revolution.

Ages 3-5. $5. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com.

“Monte Carlo,” Leitersburg Cinemas, 20145 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown. 10 a.m. Rated PG. Free summer movie. 240/329-2093. www.leitersburgcinemas.com.

Fossil Dirt, Fountain Rock Park, 8516 Fountain Rock Ct., Walkersville, MD. 23:30 p.m. Be a paleontologist. Ages 616. $10. 301/600-2936. www.Recreater.com. , 18 & 25 Nose to Nose with Nature, Renfrew Park, 1010 E. Main St., Waynesboro, PA. 9:30-11 a.m. Meet at the Visitor’s Center.

Explore nature’s best spots in the park with Renfrew Institute’s environmental instructors. Bring old sneakers for wading. For children completing grades K-3. $4 per child per session, members; $5 per child per session, non-members. 717/762-0373. www.renfrewinstitute.org.

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“The Zula Patrol: Under the Weather,” Earth, Space, and Science Lab, 210 Madison St., Frederick. 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. shows. $4. 240/236-2694.

Magician Roger Lindsay, Brunswick Public Library, 915 N. Maple Avenue, Brunswick, MD. 6:30 p.m. For all ages, accompanied by an adult. 301/6007250.

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301/739-7469. www.wcpdt.com.

“Forward, March!” Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 9 a.m.12 noon. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Hands-on history. Discover what it was like to train and fight in the Union and Confederate armies. Ages 7-12. No adults allowed. Free. Advanced registration required. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Bloomin’ Bash, Hillbilly Daylilies, 1105 Giles Mill Rd., Bunker Hill, WV. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Bluegrass music, food, vendors, antique tractors and steam engines display, and thousands of beautiful daylilies in bloom. Benefit for the Berkeley County Humane Society.

Admission. 304/229-6698. www.HillbillyDaylilies.com.

“Beastly Bug Hunt,” Fountain Rock Park, 8516 Fountain Rock Ct., Walkersville, MD. 10-11:30 a.m. Handson program. Explore the fascinating world of insects. Ages 6-10. $10.

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Frederick County Corvette Club Car Show, Everedy Square & Shab Row, East and Church Streets, Frederick. 12 noon-5 p.m. Cars, live music and refreshments. 301/662-4140.

Garden Activity At The German Four-Square Garden, Rural Heritage Museum, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. 1-4 p.m. Learn about berries with the Master Gardeners.

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“The Importance Of The Quilt To The Civil War Soldier,” National Museum of Civil War Medicine, 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 2-3 p.m. Mavis Slawson, collector and textile historian.

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A Celebration of Bats, Blandy Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA. 5-9 p.m. Displays, information and walk in search of bats. $10-$15. Children under 16 are free. 540/542-1326.

Washington County Tractor Pull, Washington County Agriculture & Education Center, Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. 6 p.m. 301/730-9523 or 301/573-1990. and 15 “To Garrison the Fort,” Fort Frederick State Park, 11100 Fort Frederick Rd., Big Pool, MD. 10 a.m-4 p.m. Experience life at the fort during the French & Indian War. 301/842-2155. www.state.md.us/publiclands/ western/fortfrederick.html.

Civil War Encampment, Rose Hill Manor Park & Museums, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick, MD. Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Meet the soldiers and civilians of the Civil War. Special Manor house exhibits, lectures, demonstrations, children’s tent area, battle reenactments, corn husk doll making, church service on Sun. and more. 301/600-1650.

“Thunder on the Mountain,” Fox’s Gap, South Mountain State Battlefield, Reno Monument Rd., Middletown, MD. Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Learn about the important role artillery played in the Battle of South Mountain.

Cannon firing demonstrations presented at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Sat. and 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Sun. 301/432-8065.

Brady’s Sharpshooters Weekend, Antietam National Battlefield, Sharpsburg, MD. Living history all weekend. 301/432-5124. www.nps.gov/anti.

Civil War Encampment, Sky Meadows State Park, Mount Bleak Historic Area, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Virginia’s 3rd Regiment. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. and August 11 Second Saturday Movie Matinee, Brunswick Public Library, 915 N. Maple Avenue, Brunswick, MD. 10:30 a.m.

Family movies on the big screen. Rated G and PG. For all ages, accompanied by an adult. 301/600-7250.

July 14 and August 11 Second Saturday Kids’ Craft, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 1-3 p.m. Meet near the Visitor Center. Monthly crafting workshop for kids ages 4-12. Each month features a different history- or natured-themed craft project. Advance registration recommended. 540/5923556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Parent’s Night Out, Clarke Co. Parks & Rec., 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 5-9 p.m. for ages 4-12. Children enjoy fun, popcorn and games while

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Cracking Geodes, Catoctin Creek Park, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 1-2:30 p.m.

Examine interesting geodes, rocks and minerals. Ages 8-13. $10. 301/6002936. www.Recreater.com.

“Spin Class-Colonial Style,” Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 1-3 p.m. Meet at the Wash House. Get a lesson in spinning. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. and August 4 “Hayfoot, Strawfoot,” Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. July 15, 2-5 p.m.; Aug. 4, 12 noon-3 p.m. Enjoy the day at Sky Meadows and keep an eye out for a roving Civil War soldier. Costumed interpreter visits various locations throughout park. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Handley Regional Library’s Master Puppeteers, Clarke County Library at the Barns of Rose Hill, 101 Chalmers Court, Berryville, VA. 10:30 a.m. Dream Big! 540/955-5144.

Handley Regional Library’s Master Puppeteers, Handley Library, 100 W. Piccadilly St., Winchester, VA. 2 p.m.

Dream Big! 540/662-9041. to 21 Junior Ranger Program, Fort Frederick State Park, 11100 Fort Frederick Rd., Big Pool, MD. 9 a.m.-12 noon. Five sessions. Hands-on nature and history programs for children ages 8-12.

Overnight stay on July 21. Limited registration. 301/842-2155. http://state.md.us/publiclands/western /fortfrederick.html.

“Kung Fu Panda 2,” Leitersburg Cinemas, 20145 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown. 10 a.m.

Rated PG. Free summer movie.

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Handley Regional Library’s Master Puppeteers, Bowman Library, 871 Tasker Rd. Stephens City, VA. 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Dream Big! 540/869-9000.

“Sea Monsters: A Prehistoric Adventure,” Earth, Space, and Science Lab, 210 Madison St., Frederick. 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. shows. $4. 240/236-2694.

Virginia’s Dragonflies, Blandy Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA. 3-5 p.m. Introduction to dragonflies. $8, FOSA members; $10, nonmembers; $20, whole family. 540/542-1326.

“Seven Wonders,” Earth, Space, and Science Lab, 210 Madison St., Frederick. 5:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. shows. Witness the ancient wonders of the world as they appeared thousands of years ago. $4. 240/236-2694. , 19, 24 & 26 “Little Explorers,” Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 10 a.m.-12 noon. Meet at the Visitor Center. Program helps

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July cont. from page 27 caregivers introduce children ages 4-6 to nature and the outdoors. At least one adult per child must attend and actively participate. $15, individual program; $45, 4 programs; $60, 6 programs; $75, 8 programs.

Fees include parking and materials. Advance registration required. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. and August 21 Movie and Brown Bag Lunch, Brunswick Public Library, 915 N. Maple Avenue, Brunswick, MD. 12 noon. Pack a lunch and bring a blanket to enjoy a full length movie.

For all ages, accompanied by an adult. 301/6007250.

“Mr. Popper’s Penguins,” Leitersburg Cinemas, 20145 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown.

10 a.m. Rated PG. Free summer movie. 240/3292093. www.leitersburgcinemas.com. “hiStory Hour,” Museum of Frederick County History, David A. Reed Memorial Activities Room, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. 10 a.m. Book with historical theme, historical games and craft. Ages 3-5.

Registration recommended. Free. 301/663-1188, x105. www.hsfcinfo.org.

Grammy Nominees Perform, Hancock Town Hall, 126 W. High St., Hancock, MD. 3-5 p.m. Grammy nominees Zupe and Dave Nichols perform live. Jazz, rock and funk blended together. Free. 301/678-5719.

“Follow That Fiddle!” Hylton Center’s Gregory Family Theater, George Mason University Center for the Arts, Fairfax, VA. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. National Symphony Orchestra violionist Glenn Donnellan will perform. $15, adults; $5, children.

888/945-2468. www.HyltonCenter.org.

“Astronaut,” Earth, Space, and Science Lab, 210 Madison St., Frederick. 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. shows. $4. 240/236-2694.

Festival 2012 Celebration Series Concert II, H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, 1871 Old Main Dr., Shippensburg, PA. 8 p.m. Festival Celebration Orchestra. $18-$40.

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Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2:30 p.m. Apollo Youth Theatre Production. Admission. 304/263-6766. www.Apollo-Theatre.org. and 26 Yoga for Kids, Frederick County Public Library, Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung Street, Frederick, MD. July 19, 3 p.m. for ages 1-4 (with adult), 4 p.m. for ages 5-7 (with adult); July 26, 3 p.m. for ages 8-13. Children learn basic yoga techniques using stories, games and songs.

Bring yoga mat or beach towel. No yoga experience required. Registration required. 301/600-7000.

Car & Truck Art, Jefferson County Community Center, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Paint your own truck, make airplanes, use tires as paint brushes. Ages 2-6 with accompanying adult. $10, plus $5 supply fee. 304/728-3207. www.jcprc.org.

Phun with Physics, C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 1:30 p.m. Strange examples of physics gone wrong. For ages 5 and up, accompanied by an adult. 301/600-1630.

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pony rides, and children’s activities. Clarke County Parks and Recreation has teamed up with Pony to Go/Full Moon Ranch. Children must be accompanied by parent/guardian. $20. 540/955-5140. www.ponytogo.com or www.clarkecounty.gov/parks.

Guided Canoe Tour of Cunningham Falls State Park Lake, 14039 Catoctin Hollow Rd., Thurmont, MD. 7:30-8:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening paddle on Big Hunting Creek Lake. Meet at the boat dock facility near the South Beach swimming area. Limited participation. $10. 301/491-1921.

Blandy Movie Night: “The Clean Bin Project,” Blandy Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA. 7:309 p.m. The real issues in modern consumption and waste. $8, FOSA members; $10, nonmembers; $20, whole family. 540/542-1326. to 22 Monster Jam, Hagerstown Speedway, 15112 National Pike, Hagerstown, MD. Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. 301/582-0640. www.hagerstownspeedway.com. and August 17 Toddler Time, Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Toddlers and their caregivers enjoy story time and participate in group play. Pre-registration recommended. Ages 2-3. $8, adult & child pair; $4, additional person. 301/6002936. www.Recreater.com. and August 18 Simple Camp Cooking, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. July 20, 3-4 p.m.; Aug. 18, 1-3 p.m. Meet at the Mount Bleak House.

Demonstration program. Sample our camp food and learn basic techniques. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. and August 27 Monday Movie Madness, C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 2:30 p.m. “Mr. Popper’s Penguins” on July 23 and “Strawberry Shortcake: Sweet Dreams Movie” on Aug. 27. For all ages, accompanied by an adult. 301/600-1630.

CVSM Voice and Drama Camp Performance, Capital Theatre, Chambersburg. 9 a.m.

Featuring songs and scenes from Oklahoma. Free.

717/261-1220. www.cvsmusic.org.

Old Market Day, Main Street and Lincoln Way, Chambersburg. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Celebrate the Arts.

More than 200 arts, crafts and food vendors.

Entertainment at three sites. 717/261-0072. www.chambersburg.biz.

Super Hero Party, Jefferson County Community Center, Preschool Room, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 10 a.m.-12 noon. Come dressed as your favorite super hero, enjoy a snack and watch a super hero movie. Ages 36. $10. 304/728-3207. www.jcprc.org.

Dog Days of Summer, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Meet near the Visitor Center. Enjoy a day in the park with your canine companion. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Children’s Day, Roger B. Taney House, 121 S. Bentz St., Frederick. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Explore the life of the middling class family during the 19th century through guided tours and activities geared towards younger guests. Tours, crafts, historic games and more. Free.

301/663-7880.

Blue Ridge Summit Free Library Annual Ice Cream Social, Blue Ridge Summit Free Library, Blue Ridge Summit, PA. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Food, entertainment, book signing, local artists, fire truck rides,

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BMA ‘Grass & Grub Festival, Moose Acres, off Kelly Island Rd., Martinsburg. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Six bluegrass bands, BBQ and more. Admission. 1-8004WVA-FUN. www.TravelWV.com.

“Night Insect Hunt,” Catoctin Creek Park, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 8-9:30 p.m. Search for unique night insects and hear stories around the campfire. Ages 7 & up. $4. 301/600-2936. www.Recreater.com. and 22 Technology Of War Weekend, Antietam National Battlefield, Sharpsburg, MD. Living history volunteers portraying the 2nd Regiment U.S. Sharpshooters and Union Infantry perform tactical firing demonstrations to illustrate advances in military technology during the Civil War. 301/4325124.

Day In The Park/Battle Of Funkstown Reenactment, Main Street and Community Park in Funkstown, MD. Sat., 9 a.m.-dusk; Sun., 7 a.m.-2 p.m.

Street & field battles, Civil War encampment, fireworks, food & craft vendors, settlers, kids events, and music. 301/739-4212 or 301/791-0948. www.funkstown.com.

Children’s Experience Weekend, Pry House Field Hospital Museum, Antietam National Battlefield, 18906 Shepherdstown Pike, Keedysville, MD. 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Kids-day-out at the Pry Field Hospital Museum. Hands-on activities and programs focused on how children lived during the mid-nineteenth century. 301/416-2395. to 28 Washington County Ag Expo, Washington County Agricultural Education Complex, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. “County Fair” livestock shows, rodeo, tractor pulls, food and fun for the whole family.

301/432-2795. www.agexpoandfair.org. and August 18 Murder and Mayhem Walking Tours, Museum of Frederick County History, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. 7:30 p.m. Hear fascinating stories from the city’s past. $5-$7. www.hsfcinfo.org/events. 301/663-1188.

Astronomy for Everyone, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. July 21, 8-11 p.m.; Aug. 18, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Meet behind historic Mount Bleak House. $5/parking fee. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Ritchie Regatta And Rock’n Raft After Party, Lake Royer and Lakeside Restaurant, Fort Ritchie, MD. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Homemade raft races, food, live entertainment and more. Fee to enter an individual or group homemade raft.

301/241-5085. www.thefrcc.org.

Making Tracks, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 3-5 p.m. Meet near the Visitor Center. Discover how to read tracks and other signs to know what animals have been active in the area. Then create a model of an animal track to take home. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. and August 18 Meet the Beekeepers, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. July 22, 1-3 p.m.; August 18, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Meet near the Visitor Center. Discover the art of Apiculture (beekeeping).

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Puppetry and the music of the early 20th century.

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Mountain Marionettes: Jazzy Strings, Handley Library, 100 W. Piccadilly St., Winchester. 2 p.m.

Puppetry and the music of the early 20th century.

540/662-9041. to 28 Shippensburg Community Fair, 10131 Possum Hollow Rd., Shippensburg, PA. 6-11 p.m. daily, plus 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Wed. & Sat. Features beef, dairy, goat, horse, lamb, rabbit, steer & swine shows, food, vendors, craft show, barnyard Olympics, tractor pulls, performing artists, and more. www.shippensburgfair.com.

“Hoodwinked Too! Hood vs. Evil,” Leitersburg Cinemas, 20145 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown. 10 a.m. Rated PG. Free summer movie.

240/329-2093. www.leitersburgcinemas.com.

Scooter Hayes: Melvil Dewey Hip Hop, Bowman Library, 871 Tasker Rd., Stephens City, VA. 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Puppetry and the music of the early 20th century. 540/869-9000.

“Bugs! A Rainforest Adventure,” Earth, Space, and Science Lab, 210 Madison St., Frederick. 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. shows. $4. 240/236-2694.

“Black Holes,” Earth, Space, and Science Lab, 210 Madison St., Frederick. 5:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. shows. $4. 240/236-2694.

A Day at the Beach (Without the Beach), Jefferson County Community Center, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 9 a.m.-12 noon. Play outside, get wet, make a tye-die shirt, eat ice cream and make sand art. Ages 3-6. $15, plus $10 supply fee. 304/728-3207. www.jcprc.org.

“Soul Surfer,” Leitersburg Cinemas, 20145 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown. 10 a.m. Rated PG. Free summer movie. 240/329-2093. www.leitersburgcinemas.com.

Traveling Puppet Theater, Hancock branch of the Washington County Free Library, 220 Park Rd., Hancock, MD. 1 p.m. Reader’s Theater, puppets and craft. 301/678-5300.

Robbie Limon Band Concert, Chet Hobert Park stage, 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 6-9 p.m.

Bring a blanket or chair for this free, family-friendly concert. 540/955-5140. www.clarkecounty.gov/parks. and August 8 Critters in the Creek, Fountain Rock Park, 8516 Fountain Rock Ct., Walkersville, MD. 2-3:30 p.m. Discover wildlife living in the creek. Ages 6-9. $10. 301/600-2936. www.Recreater.com. to August 5 “Peter Pan,” Shenandoah University, Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre, 1460 University Dr., Winchester. Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre. Admission. 540/665-4569 or 877/580-8025.

Nature Art, Jefferson County Community Center, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 9-11 a.m. Nature lovers, ages 3-6, hike along the Sam Michael’s trails and collect items for collages, drawings, sculptures and printing. $10, plus $5 supply fee. 304/728-3207. www.jcprc.org.

“Two Small Pieces of Glass,” Earth, Space, and Science Lab, 210 Madison St., Frederick. 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. shows. Discover the wonders that even a small amateur telescope can reveal. $4. 240/2362694.

Festival 2012 Celebration Series Concert III, H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, 1871 Old Main Dr., Shippensburg, PA. 8 p.m. Festival Celebration Orchestra & Chorus. $18$40. 717/477-7469.

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Scooter Hayes: Melvil Dewey Hip Hop, Clarke County Library at the Barns of Rose Hill, 95 Chalmers Court, Berryville, VA. 10:30 a.m.

Puppetry and the music of the early 20th century.

540/955-5144.

Scooter Hayes: Melvil Dewey Hip Hop, Handley Library, 100 W. Piccadilly St., Winchester. 2 p.m.

Puppetry and the music of the early 20th century.

540/662-9041. to August 4 Clear Spring Carnival, Clear Spring (MD) Carnival Grounds. Food, rides, amusements and free nightly live entertainment. 301/842-2265.

Frederick County (VA) Fair, 155 Fairground Rd., Winchester, VA. Features pageants, horse show, livestock exhibits, monster trucks, square dancing, rides, concesssions, hog calling contest, truck & tractor pull, music, demolition derby and more.

540/667-8739. www.frederickcountyfair.com.

“The Smurfs,” Leitersburg Cinemas, 20145 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown. 10 a.m. Rated PG. Free summer movie. 240/329-2093. www.leitersburgcinemas.com.

“The Zula Patrol: Down to Earth,” Earth, Space, and Science Lab, 210 Madison St., Frederick. 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. shows. $4. 240/236-2694.

“Stars Of The Pharoahs,” Earth, Space, and Science Lab, 210 Madison St., Frederick. 5:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. shows, Learn about the connection the ancient Egyptians felt with the stars and various astronomical phenomena. $4. 240/236-2694.

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304/725-4420. www.oldoperahouse.org.

It Rocks! Summer Camp Performance, Chambersburg Memorial Park Bandshell, Chambersburg. 8 p.m. Cumberland Valley School of Music. Free. 717/261-1220. www.cvsmusic.org.

Union Artillery And Confederate Infantry At Antietam, Antietam National Battlefield, Visitor Center, Sharpsburg, MD. Living history.

301/432-5124.

Summer Music Series Presented By Coca-Cola, Hagerstown Premium Outlets, 495 Premium Outlets Blvd., Hagerstown. 1-4 pm. Live performance by Lynn Routzhan. 301/790-2031.

Gospel Hymn Sing, Main Pavilion, Wolfsville Ruritan Community Park, 12708 Brandenburg Hollow Rd., Myersville, MD. 3 p.m. Food available. Free admission. Freewill offering. 301/293-2813.

Cruisin’ For St Jude’s Children’s Hospital, Westview Promenade, Buckeystown Pike at Crestwood Blvd., Frederick. 3 p.m. Country music concert. Join the finale of the charity motorcycle ride.

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The United States Navy Country Current, Hagerstown (MD) Community College, Alumni Amphitheater, Robinwood Drive. 4:30 p.m. Red, White and Blue Concert Series. Free. 240/500-2346. and 29 “At Twilight’s Last Gleaming,” Gathland State Park, 900 Arnoldstown Rd., Burkittsville, MD. Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.3 p.m. Discover the importance of Cramton’s and Brownsville Gaps during the 1862 Maryland Campaign and the Confederate struggle to defend themselves. 301/791-4767. and August 25 Geocaching 101, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. July 28, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Aug. 25, 12 noon-2 p.m. Meet near the Visitor Center.

Introductory program. No experience necessary. Fee includes use of park GPS units. $3, person; $8, family. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. and August 26 Colonial Cooking, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 12 noon-3 p.m. Meet in the Log Cabin and visit with costumed interpreters as they cook up tasty Colonial treats in a demonstration program. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Confederate Artillery and Infantry at Antietam, Antietam National Battlefield, Visitor Center, Sharpsburg, MD. Living history.

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Leitersburg Cinemas, 20145 Leitersburg Pike, 10 a.m. Rated PG. Free summer movie.

240/329-2093. www.leitersburgcinemas.com.

SRC Puppet Theater, Boonsboro Branch of Washington County Free Library, 401 Potomac St., Boonsboro, MD. 3:30 p.m. Special story time event for ages 3 and up. 301/432-5723. and 15 “hiStory Hour,” Museum of Frederick County History, David A. Reed Memorial Activities Room, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. 10 a.m. Book with historical theme, historical games and craft. Ages 35. Registration recommended. Free. 301/663-1188, x105. www.hsfcinfo.org.

Junior Gardeners Flower Arranging, Frederick County Public Library, Emmitsburg Branch, 300-A South Seton Ave., Emmitsburg, MD. 1 p.m. Make your own summer teacup arrangement. For ages 8-12.

Registration required. 301/600-6329.

First Friday Fun, The Children’s Museum at Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 9:30-10:30 a.m. “Fun with Fairy Tales.”

Story, craft and program. For ages 3 and up. Preregistration suggested. $4. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com.

First Friday Chambersburg, downtown Chambersburg. 5-8 p.m. “International.” Annual event with artists, kids activities, in-store specials & samples, music, and more. 717/261-0072. www.chambersburgfirstfriday.com. to 5 Hot Air Balloon Festival, Green Grove Gardens, 1032 Buchanan Trail East, Greencastle, PA. 717/597-0800. www.greengrovegardens.com. and 14 Home School History Days, Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick.

1:30-3 p.m. “A New Nation.” Allow experienced staff to enrich your child’s studies with a multi-disciplinary, hands-on approach to history. Focus on the American Revolution and Colonial periods. Pre-registration required. Ages 5-14. $5. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com

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Race for the Nation, 500 Gateway Ave., Chambersburg. Registration begins at 7 a.m.; kids fun run, 8 a.m.; 5K race, 8:30 a.m. 5K and 1 mile fun run benefit the Chambersburg Steelers Youth Football Team and the NOVA Corporation Scholarship program. 717/262-9725. www.raceforthenation.org.

Pirate Treasure Day, Jefferson County Community Center, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 9 a.m.-12 noon. Become pirates with fun books, costume making, pirate maps, and treasure hunting. Ages 3-6. $10, plus $5 supply fee. 304/728-3207. www.jcprc.org.

“Robotics/Lego’s,” Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Bill Alt and Jamie Kenton. Bring a lunch. Limit of 20 students in grades 3-7. Registration suggested.

301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org.

Happy 4th Birthday Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Rd., Thurmont, MD. 11 a.m. Island party with Pacific Rhythm Polynesian Dancers, craft and birthday cupcakes. 301/600-7200.

Pacific Rhythm Polynesian Dancers, C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 2 p.m.

Experience the culture of the Polynesian Islands through dance and cultural demonstrations. For all ages, accompanied by an adult. 301/600-1630.

“Seussical Jr.,” The Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg. 2 & 7 p.m. Stage Camp performance. Chambersburg Community Theatre. $10. Children 12 & under are free. 717/263-3900. www.cctonline.org.

Butterfly Bonanza, Catoctin Creek Park, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 2-3:30 p.m. Take a short walk in search of the many different butterflies that are found in the park. All ages. $10. 301/6002936. www.Recreater.com.

Creative Outlet, Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. 3-5 p.m. Art activities for all ages. “Global Dogs-In celebration of Dog Days of Summer.” 301/698-0656.

Elvis Family Night, Hagerstown Speedway, 15112 National Pike, Hagerstown. 7 p.m. Late Model Sportsman, Pure Stocks, Hobby Stocks Special with Time Trials. Elvis tribute artist, Kevin Booth, will appear. $5. 301/582-0640. www.hagerstownspeedway.com. and 5 Wiffle Ball Tournament, Angleberger Field at Baker Park, West 2nd Street, Frederick. Frederick American Little League is hosting a wiffle ball tournament for all ages. Signup deadline is July 10, 2012. Fee to participate. Spectators are free. 301/865-3142. www.frederickwifflefest.com.

Morgan County Fair, Berkeley Springs High School and grounds, and fireworks at Widmyer Elementary School grounds, Berkeley Springs, WV. Features exhibits, animals, 5K race, flowers, food, music, crafts, kids games and more. 304/258-8400. http://www.morgan.ext.wvu.edu/events/ morgan_county_fair.

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Confederates Occupy Turner’s Gap, South Mountain State Battlefield, 6620 Zittlestown Rd., Middletown, MD. Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.3 p.m. Living history programs and demonstrations that discuss the life of the common Confederate soldier during the 1862 Maryland Campaign. Free.

301/432-8065. to 11 Berkeley County Youth Fair, 2419 Golf Course Rd., Martinsburg, WV. Features livestock exhibits, carnival, truck and tractor pull, bull riding, demolition derby and more. 1-800-4WVA-FUN. www.BerkeleyCountyYouthFair.org. www.TravelWV.com. , 11, 18 & 25 Saturday Morning Youth Programs, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle, Hagerstown. 10-11:30 a.m. Free art classes for ages 6-13.

Monthly registration required. 301/739-5727. www.WCMFA.org.

Walkersville Southern Railroad Saturday Excursions, Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville, MD. 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Journey through the beautiful Maryland countryside in a 1920s passenger coach. $8-$12.

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Candlelight Ghost Tours of Frederick, tours begin in front of Brewer’s Alley Restaurant, 124 N. Market St., Frederick. 8:15 p.m. Tour highlights numerous epicenters of paranormal activity located in historic downtown Frederick. Tour lasts 90 minutes. Private tours available by reservation.

240/626-0963. and 18 Civil War Walking Tour, Museum of Frederick County History, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. 11 a.m. Guided walking tour of downtown Frederick focused on Civil War history. 301/6631188.

Free Movie Night, Bridge of Life Center, Hagerstown. 7-9 p.m. Enjoy a movie, free popcorn and soda in a safe, family-friendly environment. 301/7911674. www.BridgeOfLife.org.

11, 12, 19, 25, 26 Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Frederick, Museum of Frederick County History, 24 E. Church St., Frederick.

1:30 p.m. 11 a.m. tour Aug. 11 & 25. Guided walking tour of downtown Frederick. Fee. 301/663-1188. and 19 Art in the Park, Berkeley Springs State Park, 2 S. Washington St., Berkeley Springs, WV. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Juried outdoor art fair for local and regional artists to show and sell their work.

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“Puss In Boots,” Leitersburg Cinemas, 20145 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown. 10 a.m. Rated PG. Free summer movie. 240/329-2093. www.leitersburgcinemas.com.

“Bugs! A Rainforest Adventure,” Earth, Space, and Science Lab, 210 Madison St., Frederick. 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. shows. $4. 240/236-2694.

“Wonders of the Universe,” Earth, Space, and Science Lab, 210 Madison St., Frederick. 5:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. shows. $4. 240/236-2694.

National Night Out, Swimming Pool Area, Byron Memorial Park, Williamsport, MD. Games, safety displays, food, swimming and more. 301/223-7711.

National Night Out, Shafter Park, 37 Park Dr., Boonsboro, MD. Event to promote community awareness and public safety with demonstrations by local police, fire and rescue departments. Food, activities and live entertainment. 301/432-5141.

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“Dolphin Tale,” Leitersburg Cinemas, 20145 8 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown. 10 a.m. Rated PG. Free summer movie. 240/329-2093. www.leitersburgcinemas.com.

City of Brunswick Night Out, Municipal Pool, 99 Cummings Drive, Brunswick, MD. 6:30 p.m. Free picnic, swimming, meet local police, ambulance, and fire personnel. 301/834-7500.

Preschool Storytime with a Frederick Keys Player, C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 10:30 a.m. Meet a Frederick Keys Player during our special baseball storytime. For all ages, accompanied by an adult. 301/600-1630.

“The Zula Patrol: Under the Weather,” Earth, Space, and Science Lab, 210 Madison St., Frederick.

1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. shows. $4. 240/236-2694.

“Grasshopping Gravity,” Fountain Rock Park, 8516 Fountain Rock Ct., Walkersville, MD. 2-3:30 p.m.

Learn about amazing acrobatic insects as we search for them in fields and meadows. Ages 6-12. $10.

301/600-2936. www.Recreater.com.

Pizza Party, Jefferson County Community Center, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 1-4 p.m. Children create their own pizza to enjoy. Ages 3-6. $15. 304/7283207. www.jcprc.org.

Ninth Annual Health Fair, The Walnut Street Community Health Center, 24 N. Walnut St., Hagerstown. 9 a.m.-12 noon. Health information, screenings, and children’s activities. Free. 301/3933436.

“Trembling in the Balance: The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal During the Civil War,” Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 2 p.m.

Timothy R. Snyder, Civil War historian, presents his book. Book signing follows. 301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org.

“For Goodness Snakes!” Fountain Rock Park, 8516 Fountain Rock Ct., Walkersville, MD or Catoctin Creek Park, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 10-11:30 a.m. Learn all about snakes and make a snake craft. Ages 6-12. $10. 301/600-2936. www.Recreater.com.

Dean Burkett Makes Magic, Frederick County Public Library, Middletown Branch, 101 Prospect St., Middletown, MD. 10:30 a.m. and Edward F. Fry Memorial Library, 1635 Ballenger Creek Pike, Point of Rocks, MD. 2 p.m. Entertaining magic show. For all ages, accompanied by an adult. 301/371-7560.

Signing Storyteller Kathy MacMillan, Frederick County Public Library, Walkersville Branch, 57 W. Frederick St., Walkersville, MD. 2 p.m. Learn basic signs through stories, songs and interactive activities.

For all ages, accompanied by an adult. 301/8458880.

Wilderness Survival, Cunningham Falls State Park, 14039 Catoctin Hollow Rd, Thurmont, MD. 7-8:30 p.m. Join a ranger to learn about the basics of wilderness survival. Meet at the amphitheater in the William Houck area campground. $2. 301/271-7574.

“Worms, Bugs, & Slugs,” Catoctin Creek Park, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 2-3:30 p.m. Wander through the forest and look at some worms, bugs & slugs. All ages. $10. 301/6002936. www.Recreater.com.

“Yes, We Can!” Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 1-3 p.m. Meet in the Log Cabin. Hands-on program. Harvest food from the garden and learn the proper way to preserve it in

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301/223-7711. and 27 Playtime Mondays, The Children’s Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Children are encouraged to explore the museum and learn through creative, hands-on play. All ages. $4. Adults must be accompanied by a child. 301/6001650. www.rosehillmuseum.com.

“Happy Feet Two,” Leitersburg Cinemas, 20145 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown. 10 a.m.

Rated PG. Free summer movie.

240/329-2093. www.leitersburgcinemas.com.

Born to be a Butterfly, Fountain Rock Park, 8516 Fountain Rock Ct., Walkersville, MD. 10-11:15 a.m.

Hands-on program with fun activities including a butterfly hunt with nets.

Ages 3-5. $10. 301/600-2936. www.Recreater.com.

Animal Care Specialist for a Day, Catoctin Creek Park, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD and Fountain Rock Park, 8516 Fountain Rock Ct., Walkersville, MD. 10:30 a.m.-12 noon at Catoctin Creek Park and 1-2:30 p.m. at Fountain Rock Park. Have fun taking care of and interacting with our Nature Center animals. Ages 6-10. $10.

301/600-2936. www.Recreater.com.

“Hugo,” Leitersburg Cinemas, 20145 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown. 10 a.m. Rated PG. Free summer movie. 240/329-2093. www.leitersburgcinemas.com.

Radical Reptiles!, Catoctin Creek Park, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 10-11:15 a.m. Hear slithering stories, play games, and make a scaly craft. Ages 3-5. $10.

301/600-2936. www.Recreater.com.

“Hands-On Critters,” Fountain Rock Park, 8516 Fountain Rock Ct., Walkersville, MD. 10-11:30 a.m.

Learn about the animals that call the nature center their home. Ages 6-12. $10. 301/600-2936. www.Recreater.com.

Kick’s Karate demonstration, Frederick County Public Library, Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung Street, Frederick, MD. 3 p.m. Karate expert will present a basic introduction and demonstration of martial arts. For all ages, accompanied by an adult.

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Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social, Historical Society of Frederick County Heritage Garden, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. 6-8 p.m. Root beer floats, Dusty Road sundaes, and other summer chillers. Games and activities

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“Insect Safari,” Catoctin Creek Park, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 10:30 a.m.-12 noon.

Find out about the amazing insects in the park. Ages 6-10. $10. 301/6002936. www.Recreater.com.

Fifth Annual Art in the Park, Frederick Keys Stadium, 21 Stadium Drive, Frederick. 7 p.m. In conjunction with the Frederick Keys baseball game.

Throughout the game, the arts will be celebrated and highlighted through performances, a plein air art event, Stitch & Pitch, and other art activities.

Post game fireworks. 301/662-4190.

Sock Hop, Jefferson County Community Center, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 6-7:30 p.m. Put on crazy, mixed up socks and come dance and enjoy snacks. Ages 3-6. $7. 304/7283207. www.jcprc.org. to 19 Jefferson Co. African American Cultural & Heritage Festival, Ranson, WV. Event showcases the history and talent of the African American community in Jefferson Co. Vendors, live entertainment and more. 304/725-9610. www.jeffersoncountywvchamber.org.

Rouzerfest, Red Run Park, Rouzerville, PA. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Family-friendly event features local food and crafts. Proceeds benefit Red Run Park. www.rouzerville.org.

Crazy Concoctions, Jefferson County Community Center Preschool Room, Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 11:15 a.m.12:15 p.m. Ages 3-5. $7. 304/7283207. www.jcprc.org.

Saturday Stroll, streets of Thurmont, MD. 1-4 p.m. Stroll the streets and enjoy the history, food, shopping, local artisans, live music and more. “Stuff a Backpack” themed Saturday. 301/2717313.

Frederick Clustered Spires High Wheel Race, Market Street near Church and 2nd Streets, downtown Frederick. 4:15-6 p.m. America’s only High-Wheel (Penny Farthing) bike race.

Unique 1-hour race featuring riders of antique or replica high wheel bicycles.

Free for spectators. Riders must preregister. 301/514-5172.

Campfire with Night Sky Program, Catoctin Creek Park, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 8-9:30 p.m. Take an exciting look into our night sky. Ages 7 & up. $4. 301/600-2936. www.Recreater.com. and 19 Thunder on the Mountain, Gathland State Park, 900 Arnoldstown Rd., Burkittsville, MD. Learn about Civil War artillery and the important role it played in the Battle of South Mountain.

Cannon firing demonstrations are presented at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Sat. and 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Sun. 301/432-8065.

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Rose Hill Day Festival, The Children’s Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Ice cream social with old fashioned lawn games, toys, kids activities from 12 noon-3 p.m. Fee for ice cream, toppings, drinks & manor. Special feature: WWII Timeline of Living History with displays, activities and demonstrations from 12 noon-4 p.m. Antique car show from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com.

“Children’s Workshop: The Great Cover-Up,” Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 1-3 p.m. Meet near the Visitor Center.

Children ages 5 and up can create their own mini-floorcloth. Reservations required. $5. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. to 25 60th Annual Jefferson County Fair, Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 1707 Old Leetown Pike, Kearneysville, WV. 4H exhibits, carnival, music, tractor pull, contests, food, demonstrations, antique tractor pull, games, and more.

304/724-1411. www.jeffersoncountyfairwv.org.

Franklin County Fair, Fairgrounds, 3725 Warm Spring Rd., Chambersburg, PA. Agricultural county fair with rides, exhibits, food, entertainment, truck & tractor pulls, chili cook-off, karaoke contest, barnyard Olympics, pageant and more. 717/597-8178. www.FranklinCountyFair.org.

Happy 229th Birthday of City Farmers Market, Hagerstown City Farmers Market, 25 W. Church St., Hagerstown. 5 a.m.-12 noon. Enjoy a slice of special birthday cake. www.hagerstownmarket.org.

Make Your Own Backyard Field Guide, Blandy Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA. 2-4 p.m.

Get tips on how to begin your own backyard field guide. $8, FOSA members; $10, nonmembers; $20, whole family. 540/542-1326.

Adventures of Johnny Appleseed, Rose Hill Manor Park & Museum, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 10-11 a.m. Learn about apples and hear the story of Johnny Appleseed. Ages 3-5. $10. 301/6001650.

Off to Kindergarten, C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 3 p.m. Songs, finger plays, stories and fun about going to school for the first time. For ages 4 & 5, accompanied by an adult. Younger siblings welcome. 301/600-1630. and 26 C&O Canal Days, Williamsport, MD. Petting zoo, canal boat races, music, street dance, food, flea market, and more. 301/2237711. to 26 Washington County Antique Tractor Club 20th Annual Show, Springfield Farm Museum, 14 Springfield Lane, Williamsport, MD. Flea market, kids

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Augustoberfest at the Farmers Market, City Farmers Market, 25 W. Church St., Hagerstown.

5 a.m. Enjoy a bit of Hagerstown’s German side at the market. Children’s activities in Market Alley from 9-11 a.m. www.hagerstownmarket.org.

10th Annual Spudfest, Washington County Rural Heritage Museum, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Children awarded age group prizes for finding the largest and smallest potatoes. Homemade potato chip demonstration, Artisan Bread Baking demonstration by the RHM Bread Guild at the Outdoor Bread Oven, and Garden activity at the German Four-Square Garden with the Master Gardeners from 1-3 p.m.

240/420-1714. www.ruralheritagemuseum.org.

“Summer Butterflies,” Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 2 p.m. Dave Kaplan, “The Butterfly Man.” 301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org. and 26 17th Annual Augustoberfest, City Center, Hagerstown. Sat., 11 a.m.- 10 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Festival highlighting Hagerstown’s German Heritage. Bavarian food, volksmarch, music, dancing, and more. $5. Children 12 and under are free. 301/739-8577, x116.

French and Indidan War Muster, Fort Frederick State Park, 11100 Fort Frederick Rd., Big Pool, MD. Sat., 10 a.m-4 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

French, British and American Indian reenators assemble for a weekend of 18th century living history demonstrations and battle reenactments. Period crafts and vendors. 301/842-2155. www.state.md.us/publiclands/western/ fortfrederick.html.

7th Annual Celebrate School, Frederick County Public Library, Middletown Branch, 101 Prospect St., Middletown, MD. 2-4:14 p.m. Stop in afterschool and share your first days back. Snacks. 301/3717560.

Full Moon Hike, Blandy Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA. 7:30-9 p.m. Explore the Arboretum under the full moon. $8, FOSA members; $10, nonmembers; $20, whole family. 540/542-1326.

Labor Day Weekend Blue Moon Walk, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 7:30-9 p.m. Meet near the Visitor Center. Celebrate the second full moon of the month by joining Park Naturalist Trish Bartholomew on a moderate, 1.5 mile hike up the Piedmont Overlook trail.

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Educare Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Shepherdstown Montessori Academy, Inc. . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover

Ellsworth Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Shepherdstown School of Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover

Frederick Pediatric Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Snips and Snails Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

La Belle Photography. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Leitersburg Cinemas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Studio M Salon & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Thirty-One Gifts, Lizzy Fontaine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Trinity School of Frederick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

The Light of the Child Montessori School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Urban Pirates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 MedExpress Urgent Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Back Cover

Victoria Chart Company. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Mother Seton School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Wear It Again, Kid! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

One Two Kangaroo Toy Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover

West Virginia University Women’s Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

We love pink, but your toes will shine in our fun new colors!

Treat yourself to a summer pedi at Studio M Salon & Spa and try one of our fabulous new colors. Always go pink or red? Be bold — try purples, blues, greens and oranges instead. They’ll make your toes your hippest newest accessory!

Located in historic Charles Town, our talented hair artists, nail techs, estheticians and massage therapists look forward to serving — and transforming — you.

Check out our website for specials, tips and makeover stories and join our group on Facebook.

231 West Washington Street, Charles Town, WV (304) 725-9988 | www.studiom4u.com

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Child Guide

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