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Private Schools, Preschools, Child Care & Extracurricular Activities Child Guide’s first-ever A Look at Universal Pre-K Getting Organized for School

Calming Childhood Fears

Special Needs

Section Offers Services, Resources, & Much More

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

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Back to School

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Positive Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . .SN 2 Photography exhibit redefines “beauty.”

A Look at Universal Pre-K . . . . . . . . .8 Back to School Resources . . . . . . .12 Schools, Preschools, Child Care and Extracurricular Activities

An Unplanned Journey . . . . . . . . .SN 4 A mother with a special needs child shares her experience Special Needs Resources . . . . . .SN 6

Back-to-School Time Already? . . . . .6 Try These Top Tips to Get Your Family Organized For Fall

TechTalk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SN 14 Tablet computers are transforming learning for kids with disabilities

How to Slay Scary Monsters (And Other Childhood Fears) . . . . . .35

Glossary of Special Education Terms . . . . . .SN 18

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Katherine Cobb Suzanne Hovermale Wendy Kedzierski Heidi Smith Luedtke Kathy Sena

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Readers Giveaways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Birthday Club & Party Planner . . . .47 Index to Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

From the cover Brielle of Charles Town, WV, and her cousin, Ethan, grace this year’s Back to School cover.

Brielle was chosen from entries in Child Guide’s 2012 Cover Kids Contest.

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Divided into three age groups, the program can be used with kids in pre-K to eighth grade.

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Back-to-School Time Already?

Try These Top Tips to Get Your Family Organized For Fall BY

KATHY SENA

hhh, back-to-school time. The time when a woman stops, looks at her family, her house and that giant school-supplies shopping list — and wants to scream, “We gotta get organized around here!”

And just as she’s about to ask for volunteers for The Great Backto-School Clean-Up and Organization Blitz, someone walks in the door, throws his sweatshirt on the couch and asks, “Do I have any clean gym socks?”

Let’s face it: Whether your children are starting preschool, middle school or high school, it would be a heck of a lot easier to just wait a decade or two to organize the nest — after it’s empty.

But if you can’t stand to hold out that long, productivity consultant Jan Jasper is ready to come to your rescue. Getting organized, when tackled the right way, can do even more for your mind than it does for your closets, says Jasper, author of Take Back Your Time (St. Martin’s Press). “When your home is organized, it becomes an effective base of operations and a relaxing refuge,” she adds. “When it’s not, it’s an obstacle course.”

Amen.

Check out these back-to-school cleaning-and-organizing tips from Jasper and Georgene Lockwood, author of The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Organizing Your Life (Macmillan). We’ve also included some mom-tested tips.

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PLAN AHEAD FOR SUCCESS • Set up “School Central.” Using brightly-colored folders or containers, organize a simple filing system for school papers, artwork, etc. Make the area kid-friendly. If adding “Cat in The Hat” stickers to the folders makes your kids actually want to file their stuff, why not? And rather than saving all that artwork forever, let your child choose his or her favorites and keep only those. Send the rest to grandparents, aunts and uncles. Or use them for wrapping paper.

• Set up “Operations Central,” too. Every family needs a place for processing mail and paying bills, says Jasper. And it shouldn’t be the kitchen table. You’ll need an uncluttered surface to write on.

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Jasper suggests stocking this area with a calendar, scissors, pencils, pens, highlighter, tape, stapler, envelopes, address stickers, stamps, calculator, notepaper, paper clips, letter opener, bank deposit slips and sticky notes. Your work space must be near the phone, since many pieces of paper can be eliminated immediately with a phone call. You’ll also need a filing cabinet (perhaps on rollers) and a wastebasket. Best place to open mail: Next to the wastebasket.

• Make organizing fun. Forget trying to cram all the Lincoln Logs back into their original box — if you can even find it. Instead, buy colorful baskets or plastic boxes for storing kids’ toys. Label the boxes for older kids and use pictures for small children, so they can see where everything goes. (At our house, at one point, we had at least 1,957 Erector Set pieces. Without those wonderful plastic bins, who knows what Mom and Dad might be tripping over at 3 a.m. on the way to the bathroom.)

• Make closets accessible. To get a jump start on those hectic weekday mornings, position closet rods low enough so that kids can reach – and also hang up — their own clothes. And save the little hangers that come with kids’ clothes. They’re free, and young children are more likely to want to use their very own kid-sized hangers.

• Cut bathroom clutter. Give each child a different-colored plastic bin to hold personal-care items, then arrange bins on the bathroom shelf. (Another advantage: We won’t get into the whole head-lice issue here, but suffice it to say, if kid #1 comes home from school with an itchy scalp, you’ll be glad kid #2 has a separate box for brushes and hair goodies.)

CREATE ROUTINES THAT WORK • Get the kids involved. Have a weekly chore list, posted on the fridge, and assign every family member his or her share of tasks.

(Rotate jobs so one person isn’t always stuck with cleaning out the cat box.) Even young kids can help pick up clothes and toys, set and clear the table and feed the dog.

• Use rewards — and consequences. Post a list of choices for a weekly family reward for a job well done: family video night, pizza night — whatever lights a fire under your cleaning crew. On the other hand, if your helpers don’t follow through, don’t do the job for them, says Lockwood. “The deal I made with the girls was ‘No TV until the chores are done,’” she says. “Sometimes, there was no TV.” • Minimize morning madness. My hat’s off to you if you can pull this one off: Jasper suggests folding and storing entire outfits together (everything except shoes) in your kid’s drawer. In the morning, just grab an outfit. Maybe more realistic: Re-pack backpacks each night and place them by the front door to cut down on late-for-school craziness.

• Establish a to-do area by the front door. Drop off everything that needs to go out: papers to photocopy, DVDs to return, drycleaning, library books, etc.

• Recycle toys and clothes. Don’t ask your kids to throw out toys or clothes they’ve lost interest in or outgrown, suggests Lockwood. Ask them to recycle the items by giving them to lessfortunate children. Visit the hospital or shelter where their items

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are going so the kids have a clear picture of the good they’re doing, she adds. Also, rotate toys periodically so that those of current interest are handy and those that generate less enthusiasm go in temporary storage. When the “old” ones come back after a designated period of time, give them to charity if the kids still aren’t interested in them.

• Don’t forget the garage. Paint “parking spaces” on the garage floor for bikes, wagons, etc. This makes it fun for kids to put things away.

AIM FOR FUN — NOT PERFECTION Pile on the praise and try to keep your sense of humor about the whole thing, say our experts. Both go a long way toward making kids want to help. And notice the little things your family does, Lockwood suggests. “Put up a banner. Pin an ‘I’m #1’ button on for the day. Go on a picnic or a special day trip.”

It also pays to know when to cheat. For example, don’t do laundry more often than you have to. Buy extra sheets, towels and underwear on sale so you can skip an occasional laundry day. Go to the zoo instead. (And when you do get around to washing those sheets, try folding the flat sheet around the fitted sheet and pillow cases so everything’s bundled together at bed-making time.)

Most important: Hang up that Supermom cape right now, advises Jasper. “Being less of a perfectionist about keeping a perfect home will give you more time to enjoy life,” she says.

So take a vow to try these tips, enlist your family’s help and let the little stuff — like all those preschooler hand prints on the walls in the hallway — slide. I’ve pretty much decided I’ll wait and paint the hallway when my son’s in college.

Then again... those chubby little fingerprints don’t look so bad right where they are.

Kathy Sena is a freelance writer who lives with her husband, her teenage son, the family dog and too much “stuff.” Visit her website at www.kathysena.com.

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For More Information • Messies Anonymous offers newsletters, books and other organizational help at www.messies.com. The free on-line version of their newsletter is terrific.

• Visit Jan Jasper’s web site at www.janjasper.com • To locate a professional organizer in your area, visit the National Association of Professional Organizers’ Web site at www.napo.net.

Students love Trinity School – and so do parents. A stimulating hands-on curriculum, small class sizes, and top-notch faculty create an unbeatable educational experience for grades K-8. At Trinity, students are challenged to reach their full potential while building confidence, character, compassion, and community – and that’s definitely something to smile about.

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A Look at Universal Pre-K

BY KATHERINE COBB

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here’s a Universal Pre-K movement underfoot — fueled by President Obama’s campaign pledge to expand pre-kindergarten education and make it available at an earlier age.

The term “universal” means prekindergarten programs are available to any child in a given state, regardless of family income, children’s abilities, or other factors. It would add two years to public schooling on the front end, so kids would start at age three.

Many states currently have pre-K programs, but they’re not universal and they have targeted audiences (Head Start, a federally funded program for disadvantaged children, is one example).

So why all the chatter about Universal Pre-K? Several studies have proven vital learning occurs before kindergarten, a non-debatable fact parents have witnessed since the beginning of time.

Numerous studies involving children from low-income families (since they have been involved in early education programs) prove students are significantly less likely to be held back a grade or need special education, and a third are more likely to graduate from high school and twice as likely to go to college.

Furthermore, it’s been proven high quality early education develops stronger language skills. The National Early Literacy Panel identified pre-K as a “critical intervention to help young children develop as readers.”

Studies reveal these students also acquire better social skills and have fewer behavioral problems during their school career.

Because of these studies, advocates of Universal Pre-K have fought to get

policy makers to add this program to the standard K-12 public school requirement.

Detractors of Universal Pre-K contend the public school system is already broken, why would we add one or two more years of education into the mix?

Advocates agree the current system has issues, but while legislators and education leaders have wasted years “trying” to fix it, they overlook how important the pre-K years are to helping students be more successful in their K-12 years. They believe implementing Universal Pre-K immediately will ultimately resolve some of the issues.

Detractors indicate there is no link between preschool education and later success for students, and contend some of the studies included other parameters not intended for inclusion in Universal Pre-K such as counseling and home visits.

Those against say a universal program would fall under federal guidelines and cost taxpayers in the billions, not a smart move for a country in financial crisis. They say parents who choose preschool for their children should continue to pay for the service, and those who are less advantaged will continue to be served through the existing programs. It’s clear a Universal Pre-K program would likely have negative financial impact on the multitude of current for-pay preschools.

Kathy Barker, co-director at Wee Disciples Christian Academy in West Virginia, said the state of the economy has affected where parents can send children for preschool. “Our enrollment numbers were affected last year as more parents who wanted to send their children to preschool decided to continued on page 11

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Quick facts* All states have some form of pre-K program except Arizona, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Mississippi, Montana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah and Wyoming.

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Of the 39 states offering pre-K, only 24 serve the 3year-old market.

Combining general and special education enrollments, 32 percent of 4-yearolds and 8 percent of 3-year-olds are served by state pre-K. State pre-K spending per child decreased by $145 from the previous year to $4,151 when adjusted for inflation. Without federal funds, per child spending would have dropped to $4,054, which would have been the lowest amount since NIEER began collecting data a decade ago.

Enrollment increased nationally in 2011 by 30,818 children. More than 1.3 million children attended state-funded pre-K, more than 1.1 million at age 4.

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try this program, which is free for all pre-K children,” said Barker.

“Our enrollment for the 2012-13 school year is up significantly from last year at this time,” she added, which may suggest parents were unhappy with the quality of the free pre-K program.

One of the biggest indicators of pre-K success appears to lie in the quality of the education.

According to the National Institute for Early Education Research (NIEER), a quality preschool program teaches children the skills to learn — to read, perform math, and make progress in science and other subjects, as well as begin to understand the world and how it works. They also are supposed to help children develop emotionally and socially, deemed as important components of being ready to learn.

Not all pre-K programs are created equal, and staff qualifications are as important as program content. Without quality in both areas, the results are no longer clearly beneficial.

NIIER’s 2011 report stated, “Research clearly shows that only high-quality pre-K programs significantly help prepare children for school. This in turn leads to a more educated population with higher-paying jobs, fewer social problems like crime and delinquency, and a strong economic return on the dollars invested in pre-K.” “Over the past decade, state-funded pre-K has been education’s biggest success story. Enrollment has grown dramatically and, in a number of states, so has quality. More children than ever are served by state programs aimed at preparing them to succeed in school and life. But after years of steady progress, our data shows that many states’ commitments to their youngest citizens are now slipping. Budget cuts in many states now limit enrollment at a time when family incomes have fallen. This is undermining the quality of state pre-K,” continued the report.

Only five states met NIEER’s quality standards, but another 15 met at least 8 out of 10. In the Child Guide readership area, Maryland scored a 9, West Virginia an 8, Virginia a 7 and Pennsylvania a 5.2. Of the four, only West Virginia has a program to address three-year-olds.

In addition to funding, quality and staffing issues, some question how best to study program effectiveness. Despite the issues still in place, advocates outweigh detractors, and several organizations are focused on seeing Universal Pre-K a reality for all 50 states in the future.

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Back to School

Child Guide looks at choices in our area for private schools, preschools and child care, plus extracurricular activities.

Since 1982, The Banner School in Frederick, MD, has offered a strong liberal arts education for students in kindergarten through grade eight. The Banner School is now an independent school comprised of a Preschool for 3, 4, and some 5 year olds (established in 2008-09), a Primary School for grades K-4, and a Middle School for grades 5-8. Banner offers families a choice beyond the public school system. Its mission is to provide an academically challenging curriculum in a secure environment. Banner strives to motivate students to achieve to the best of their abilities while simultaneously stimulating a lifelong love of learning.

Banner encourages a strong school-family partnership, individual self-worth and respect for others. Banner strives to graduate responsible individuals who will contribute to society. Reflecting the diversity in today’s society and our student body, Banner provides an international education and global perspective through the study of various cultures, societies, histories, and peoples of the world. Visit www.bannerschool.org or call 301-695-9320. See ad page 11.

Looking for quality daycare? Tired of paying too much? Building Blocks might be the answer you are searching for! We have been operating for over 30 years and pride ourselves in offering safe, affordable care while providing an environment that is conducive to learning. Interested in hearing more about it? Stop by 879 Commonwealth Ave. in Hagerstown for a visit or call 301-797-5122 for more information. We offer a great environment for your child at a reasononable price. Call or stop by soon. See ad page SN12.

Carol Custer, LLC (Tutor/Educational Advocate). Carol is a licensed teacher with Advanced Professional Certification in Special Education, English, and mathematics. She will develop a program individualized to each student’s needs and learning style and provide one-to-one tutoring in your home in academics, social skills, organization, and study habits. She has experience working with students from pre-K to adult.

Carol also offers advocacy services for parents trying to navigate the special education system.

Additionally, she runs a social group for young adults with developmental disabilities that meets monthly. Contact Carol at 301-788-6198 or carol@custerllc.com or check out her website at

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Educare Learning Center, a Maryland State Department of Education Accredited Program, is a place to grow healthy and happy children and support families as partners in education. The spacious 7,000 square foot facility nestled on 22 wooded acres in Jefferson, MD, offers developmentally appropriate classroom environments supported by endless outdoor possibilities.

Educated and experienced staff serve children aged eight weeks through school-age, 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Our preschool-hours-only program for 3’s and 4’s follows the FCPS calendar. The Educare Family Association provides year-round events for the entire family. www.educatewithcare.com or call 301-834-9007.

Consider becoming a part of our Educare community; “Where we don’t only enroll the child, we enroll the entire family.” See ad this page.

Ellsworth Music Supply & Repair. Notable Minds is a interactive music movement class for birth to age 4 and 5 to 7. Sing, dance, play instruments, be silly! Sitting still not required. Fall classes start September 4th .Youth Strings Classes forming, too!

We rent and sell instruments. Repair on the premises. Superb private instruction on all instruments. New location in the Potomac Marketplace in Ranson. 304-728-7060. www.ellsworthmusicsupply.com See ad page 41.

The Inwood Performing Arts Company celebrated its 30th Anniversary this season, opening its doors to the eastern panhandle community in September 1982. The IPAC is a state-of-the-arts dance center, which offers 48 classes weekly in ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, ballroom, irish-step, modern, piano, voice and guitar for students ages 3 and up. The school’s outstanding faculty is lead by artistic director Denna Smith, a member of the Royal Academy of Dancing and managing director Winston Smith, International Society of Teachers of Dance. They are supported

by Susan Banks, former soloist of Houston Ballet; Elijah Gibson, former dancer with Gus Giordano Jazz Dance Chicago; Nancy Stevens, former Irish world champion junior finalist, as well as many other artists.

“We wanted to provide this community with quality arts education that would allow our

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students to measure up to the nation’s best. This includes a strong classical foundation to sustain professional careers, performance opportunities including the classics of Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, and Swan Lake, exposure to guest artists, choreographers and master teachers,” says Denna Smith. Thirty years later, the Smiths’ vision has been transformed into reality. 304-229-3209. www.inwoodperformingarts.com. See ad page 10.

The Light of the Child Montessori School, LLC’s mission is to discover the light of each child.

The teachings and principles of Maria Montessori are taught through well-prepared environments that meet the needs and challenges of all children.

TLC strives to promote academic excellence through practical exercises in the areas of Language, Math, Geography, Science, Sensorial activities and Practical Life. We commit to instilling in the child a natural and ongoing curiosity towards the world around them and create a true love of learning that will stay with the child throughout life.

The Light of the Child Montessori School, located in Shepherdstown, WV, offers 2, 3 and 5 half-day programs in the morning or afternoon plus a full day kindergarten. Call 304-268-7075 or visit www. thelightofthechild-montessorischool.com.

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Morgan Academy, Shepherdstown, WV, maintains a limited enrollment to mirror a realworld, caring family. Your child will join 30 lively brothers and sisters of all ages, from 5 to 14, in a one-room schoolhouse setting. Everyone works, plays and eats together, just as it is in real-world workplaces, neighborhoods, and families.

The gifted teachers at Morgan Academy are proven master educators with teaching talent and degrees. There are three full-time, core academic teachers and six part-time enrichment teachers for art, music appreciation, choir, Spanish, yoga, and physical education. Children work one-on-one, or in small groups of five, or for group projects there may be up to 15 in a class. Intense, gifted teaching and a bright student body form the core of Morgan Academy. Children’s natural instincts are nutured to enable them to become creative thinkers. They will not only be textbook smart, but a kindhearted, socially aware human being.

304-262-0188 or 540-336-3465. www.morganacademywv.com. See ad page 3.

An excellent value, Mother Seton School inspires Pre-K to Grade 8 students to strive for

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Is it time to for your child to change schools?

Consider St. Thomas More Academy, a Catholic elementary and middle school serving PreK3 - 8th grade.

STMA is NOW accepting applications for the 2012-2013 school year.

Through a classical, liberal arts curriculum, STMA students are inspired to reach their fullest potential by providing a gentle education of the heart, mind and soul.

STMA is relocating to Middletown, MD (103 Prospect Street, next to the public library).

Tuition Rates are reduced for the 2012–2013 school year.

STMA offers small class sizes, caring teachers, and individualized a ention in a safe, nurturing environment.

PreK3 has Full Time and Part Time options.

Before and A er School Care is available.

Bus transportation from Frederick and Urbana is offered.

Find out more about St. Thomas More Academy:

Please contact us at info@stmamd.org or 301-874-9014 for more information.

View our website www.stmamd.org or visit us on Facebook. academic excellence and dedicate their lives to love and serve Christ. On a scenic, modern campus easily accessible by bus from throughout the region, MSS students excel academically, with 86% scoring higher than the national average on standardized tests. There are many opportunities for leadership and talent, including Band & Chorus, Science & Engineering Clubs, Student Council, Talent & Art Shows, Geography & Spelling Bees, Middle School Spanish, up-to-date Science & Computer Labs, and more.

A vibrant, faith & family centered community, MSS is an independent Catholic school approved by the Archdiocese of Baltimore, sponsored by the Daughters of Charity, accredited by the Middle States Association Commission on Elementary Schools, and certified as a Maryland Green School. Before & after school care and financial aid are available. For more information, call 301447-3161 or visit www.mothersetonschool.org.

Saint Thomas More Academy is a Catholic school educating the hearts, minds, and souls of children PreK3 through grade 8. This elementary and middle school has moved to a new location at 103 Prospect St. in Middletown, MD. Recognized by the Archdiocese of Baltimore as a Catholic School, St. Thomas More Academy provides the rigors of a classical liberal arts curriculum with lessons in spirituality and virtuous living. STMA students are inspired to reach their fullest potential through the gentle education of the heart, mind and soul. Call 301-874-9014 or visit www.stmamd.org. See ad this page.

Shepherdstown Montessori Academy, Inc. is a combined approach Montessori elementary school for ages 5-12, grades K-6. We follow the teachings of Dr. Maria Montessori and offer authentic learning experiences in a small group environment. We also understand that students

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may at some point matriculate to a non-Montessori environment, therefore we incorporate a variety of assessments and other learning methods within our curriculum, which is a combined approach designed to prepare students for the various learning experiences they will encounter in their educational journey. Students will participate in a variety of specials such as Music, Spanish, Physical Education, Art, Media, Sign Language, Health and Nutrition, as well as a variety of others based on interests. The school is located at 7485 Shepherdstown Pike in Shepherdstown. Call 304268-7075 or visit www.shepherdstownmontessori academy.com. See ad inside front cover.

Shepherdstown School of Dance is committed to keeping the art and discipline of classical dance alive in our community. Ballet, tap, jazz and modern dance are offered along with the Zena Rommett Floor-Barre® Technique. No dance experience necessary, come explore the gentle meditative technique that promotes proper alignment and well being for all ages and fitness levels.

The Zena Rommett Floor-Barre® Technique is a gentle and highly effective method for correcting and refining body alignment, building muscular strength and length, strengthening joints and increasing vitality and artistic expression. For more information, contact Emily Romine at 304-8868398. For dance classes and schedules as well as registration, visit www.shepherdstownschoolofdance.com. See ad inside front cover.

St. John Regional Catholic School has an outstanding academic program with a Christ Centered atmosphere for students in Pre-K through 8th grade. Our state-of-the-art facility comes complete with a science lab, computer lab, and gymnasium. Tour our school and you will see

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why we are proud to celebrate 180 years of academic excellence in Frederick County. SJRCS is a designated a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) school for the 2011/2012 year, and is a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.

We will help your “Little Treasures” grow and develop in our three, four, and five-year-old programs! Our teachers encourage laughter and sharing while children develop a love for learning that we believe endures for years to come. If your tots are not quite old enough for school bring them to our Free Story Time Tots, for ages two and up.

Our Fall Open House is November 14th from 91a.m. or 7p.m. to 9p.m. Come and see why over 400 families pick St. John Regional Catholic School. See ad page 10.

Trinity School is a private K-8 school in Frederick, MD offering an accelerated academic program, individualized instruction, small class sizes, and lots of specials: P.E. four times per week, Spanish three times per week (starting in kindergarten), art and music twice per week.

Teachers deliver lesson plans in highly creative ways, weaving in lots of hands-on activities to bring subject matter to life and ensure that students succeed regardless of learning style. Middle school students receive high school credit for Spanish, algebra, and geometry.

Trinity is conveniently located at the junctures of Rt. 15, I70, and 270, right behind Harry Grove Stadium. Extended day and before care are available. Trinity is an independent school sponsored by Evangelical Lutheran Church of Frederick and the Frederick Region of Episcopal Churches.

Visit www. trinityschooloffrederick.org or call 301228-2333.” See ad page 7.

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Positive Exposure Photography exhibit redefines “beauty.”

BY WENDY C. KEDZIERSKI

s a photographer, Rick Guidotti has worked with leading magazines including Elle, GQ and the New York Times, as well as renowned companies such as Revlon, L’Oreal and Yves Saint Laurent. His business is beauty and his some of his previous subjects’ names are practically synonymous with the term: Cindy Crawford, Claudia Schiffer, Brooke Shields.

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But Guidotti saw beauty elsewhere, too — often beyond conventional norms. Tired of being bound to “somebody else’s standards of beautiful,” Guidotti now shares his perspective in a photography exhibit that helps others see beauty they may have previously missed.

“Positive Exposure: The Spirit of Difference” supports and promotes human dignity through an image data bank and video interviews of persons, particularly children, living with genetic conditions.

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beauty that was riveting – yet her exceptional beauty was atypical in that she lacked pigmentation in her hair, skin and eyes. When Guidotti returned home and began researching albinism, he was dismayed to see the medical textbooks portraying these people through “horrible, sad images.” Often, black bars were graphically placed over their eyes in the photos to protect their identities – casting a pall of shame over the condition. What Guidotti saw in these photos was “despair, a lacking of humanity.” What Guidotti determined to help the public see – and the people with this condition see – was the beauty that he encountered when he first caught glimpse of the girl waiting for the bus.

Guidotti contacted NOAH, The National Organization for Albinism and Hypopigmentation, and told them, “Let’s show the world the beauty of albinism.” After initial reluctance and suspicion on the part of NOAH representatives who knew how the media had generally portrayed the condition in the past, they began to work together on a photo essay for Life Magazine.

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Guidotti recalls that first photography session with a young girl with albinism. “I had just photographed Cindy Crawford the day before,” remembers Giudotti.

“And in walks this girl named Christina who was amazing looking. She was just stunning, yet her shoulders were hunched and there was no eye contact.” Realizing that this model was uncomfortable with her appearance, he jumped into action. Turning up the music and turning on the fan, Guidotti grabbed a mirror and held it up to her. “Look at yourself!” he told her.

“You’re magnificent!” A smile spread across her face and by the end of the energized shoot, Guidotti says she was beaming with pride.

“She was enlightened, and once you’ve been enlightened, you don’t go back.”

This enlightenment spread. The photo essay for Life Magazine won the Genetic Alliance’s “Art of Reporting” award. Other magazines started using Guidotti’s images, and other organizations began to contact him. Guidotti realized that there was universal applicability to his work, and this movement to celebrate diversity became an even bigger picture than initially www.childguidemagazine.com

imagined: “using the visual arts to show the beauty of difference.”

A Clarke County, Virginia Connection Clarke County, Va., resident Catherine Burzio and her daughter, Pauline, met Guidotti as a result of his affiliation with one of the organizations they all worked with, Chromosome 18 Registry and Research Society. “I was leery of the crazy man running around the kids with a camera, but after I met him and heard his story, I was hooked,” recalls Burzio. “Pauline was hooked at ‘crazy man running with camera.’”

Guidotti photographed Pauline, and the two formed a lasting friendship throughout her abbreviated life. She died in 2007 at age 13. “Pauline changed my life,” says Guidotti. “We had a blast.”

Catherine Burzio loves “the honesty of life portrayed in each image.” She was the curator for the exhibit this past spring at Barns of Rose Hill in Berryville and hopes others will be challenged and moved by Guidotti’s work.

“I would hope this would spark conversation on what we define as

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beauty and what we define as a life worth living,” says Burzio. “I would love for the viewers of this exhibit to be challenged to move out of their comfort zone, to loosen bias and perception to see more.

And to simply enjoy the images — they are fabulous!”

Education Guidotti continues to broaden the scope of his work through an educational component – going into medical schools and presenting his images to students there. “All healthcare providers-in-training need to see their humanity,” he says, referring to the people behind the genetic conditions.

He also is working on “The PEARLS Project,” a tool inviting students to learn about their peers living with genetic, physical and behavioral differences through an image gallery and safe online blog.

Guidotti hopes this communication tool will unite youth and allow for the insight, “This person really is just like me.”

For more information on the international and groundbreaking work of Positive Exposure, visit www.positiveexposure.org.

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An Unplanned Journey A mother with a special needs child shares her experience B Y K ATHERINE C OBB

hepherdstown, W.Va., mom Laura Turman is one of life’s unsung heroes. At age 44, she does double duty caring for her two sons while juggling the duties of owning an area toy store. The difference from any other single mother with a full schedule and endless list of to dos? Her younger son Linus is severely disabled.

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Linus, now 6, was diagnosed early in life with tuberous sclerosis, a rare, multi-system genetic disease that causes benign tumors to grow in the brain and on other vital organs such as the kidneys, heart, eyes, lungs and skin. Typically affecting the central nervous system, symptoms often include seizures, developmental delays, behavioral problems, skin abnormalities and kidney disease.

The prognosis for individuals with the disease is highly variable and depends on the severity of symptoms. While some have a normal life expectancy, individuals who are acutely affected can suffer from mental retardation and persistent epilepsy. All are at risk for life-threatening conditions.

Turman says Linus is unable to walk or eat unassisted, speak or care for himself. He is much like a toddler, only Linus is 47 pounds, so Turman sometimes struggles just to change a soiled diaper or secure him into a specially made stroller.

Linus experiences developmental delays due to his daily seizures. At his worst, five out of his every ten seconds were interrupted by spikes plus he suffered an additional three to four of the grand mal seizure variety.

Thanks to four medications taken several times each day, Linus now has one or two petit mal seizures per day lasting less than a minute.

As one would expect, Turman is exhausted, and she also feels guilty. Caring for Linus takes away from the time she can spend with her 9-year-old son Stuart. She also longs for more of a break, an uninterrupted night of sleep and more help.

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“People understand what a special needs child means, but they don’t always realize that it makes the whole family ‘special needs.’ It affects every aspect of our family, all the time,” she says.

On many days, Turman describes the experience as “ongoing, low-level fatigue accentuated by incredibly frustrating moments.”

“The victories are small,” she adds. “For instance, we may get through a whole night without having to change his entire wardrobe.”

She is not a complainer, however. Turman has suited up and showed up for this arduous role, grateful for what she has learned along the way — and for the help that has been given her.

“Birth to Three was great,” she says, referring to the West Virginia program that provides parents with resources to assist them in caring for children with development delays. Linus was eligible for assistance through this program that was crucial in the early confusing days of having a special needs child.

“But after that, it got harder,” adds Turman. “There’s a gap in information about what is available to us.”

Equally tough? Not knowing what to expect. Because tuberous sclerosis affects each person differently, no one can even make predictions about his abilities.

Since age 3, Linus has spent the school year at T. A. Lowery Elementary. Currently in PMI kindergarten (which stands for profoundly mentally impaired), Linus receives speech therapy, physical therapy and occupational therapy.

“We know for Linus’s day-to-day life he is with people who have chosen to work with special needs kids. He likes his teachers and the social aspect, and he’s receiving attentive care. The nurturing aspect is as important as the physical care. The people who work

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Is your child moving, hearing, seeing, learning, talking like others their age?

WV Birth to Three services: • Provided statewide

If you are concerned about your child WV Birth to Three may be able to help.

Please call for more information.

1-866-321-4RAU

• Available at no charge to families • Eligibility is not based on the family’s income

1-866-321-4728

• Services are provided in the child’s natural environment

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WV Birth to Three services and supports are provided under Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and administered through the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Maternal, Child and Family Health. www.wvdhhr.org/mcfh/birth23

with special needs children are really gems. It’s hard work,” says Turman.

“Overall, it’s been a quagmire,”says Turman regarding the experience of raising a child with special needs. Her family has been denied services and social security based on income. Regular health insurance covers only part the cost of Linus’s regular hospital and doctor visits. They’ve been on waiting lists for various programs, most that never come to fruition. On top of that, she and her husband separated a few years ago.

Turman said the boys’ father takes on the full-time responsibilities of caring for Linus and Stuart each weekend after a demanding week. “He’s a big help to me and very important to both boys,” she adds.

“You already start out fatigued, because you have a child who is so needy and has a constant threat to his health. There’s a degradation to your stamina,” she explains. “Then you have another child who you don’t want to ignore, but you’re stuck, so you get tired. There might be services available somewhere, and you feel defeated before you even try because of past rejections or unfulfilled attempts. You end up just doing a lot yourself, or you stop trying altogether.”

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decided special needs children needed to be with their families yet they don’t always fill in the gaps. It’s a big thing to have these little people at home,” she says.

Recent promising news for the Turman family was being accepted into the Title XIX Waiver Program, facilitated by the West Virginia Bureau for Behavioral Health and Health Facilities. As more details become clear, it could mean financial help for treatment, services and respite care. Turman is crossing her fingers and wishing for the best.

“Hopefully the program will become a close associate. If I get a good caseworker, that person would be meeting with us frequently. We’ve missed that since Linus left Birth to Three . . . it feels like we’ve been winging it,” she says.

Like anyone in a stressful situation, Turman relies on her support network consisting of close, personal friends (two who are physicians) and neighbors. She also has some friends with special needs children, and they share their experiences. She continues to find reasons to be grateful, even on the days she digs deep.

And of course, at the end of every day, the greatest motivator of all keeps her going: love.

Katherine Cobb is an award-winning writer who has been published in magazines, newspapers and specialty publications..

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Providing Relief for Autistic Youth, Inc. Is a non-profit group working with families that have loved one(s) under the Autism Spectrum in the tri-state area.

Providing Autism awareness trainings, workshops, events & resources.

Please check out our website at

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Special Needs Resources Child Guide is pleased to be including our first-ever section on Special Needs services. We hope to make this a semi-annual section and request that if you know of resources within your community that should be included in our free listings, you would email the information to us: cis@childguidemagazine.com. Please include the name of the organization, their mission, a physical address, phone number and website.

Access and Transportation Access Independence, Inc. 324 Hope Drive Winchester, VA 22601 (540) 662-4452 www.accessindependence.org

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Bethany Christian Services 121 North Queen Street Martinsburg, WV 25401 (304) 620-2695 www.bethany.org

www.facebook.com/pages/ Providing-Relief-for-Autistic-Youth-Inc/ 181798045200499 for the latest information PO Box 275 • Williamsport, MD 21795

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Autism Spectrum/Asperger’s Washington County (MD) Chapter ASA 721 Georgia Avenue Hagerstown, MD 21740-3628 (301) 573-9638 Washington County Infants and Toddlers 1350 Marshall Street Hagerstown, MD 21740 (301) 766-8217

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Washington County Chapter of the Autism Society of America 1801 Elizabeth Court, Hagerstown MD (240) 733-1470

Child Guide is grateful to all who participated in our first-ever special needs section. A special thanks to Cindy Fuss-Everett, advertising representative, who pitched in to make this debut successful.

1-2-3 Just PLAY With Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 9 A Special Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 11 Amber Hill Physical Therapy and Pediatric Therapy Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 19 Bethany Christian Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Building Blocks Child Development Center . . . . . . . . . . SN 12 Carol Custer, LLC, Tutor/Advocate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 18 Dr. Tod R. Davis, Developmental Optometry and Vision Therapy Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 16 Frederick Pediatric Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 17 Monkey Joe’s – Winchester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 13 Monocacy Neurodevelopmental Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 7 Providing Relief for Autistic Youth Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 6

Providing Relief for Autistic Youth Inc. P.O. BOX 275 Williamsport, MD 21795-0275 (240) 310-9112 www.prayinwesternmd.org Service Coordination 931-B Sweeney Drive Hagerstown, MD 21740 (301) 791-0400 www.servicecoordinationinc.org

Performing Arts Classes for Children with Aspergers The Occupational Therapy Department of Shenandoah University Winchester, VA 22601 347-385-4207 www.poac-nova.org Pathfinders for Autism 303 International Circle, Suite 110 Hunt Valley, MD 21030 443-330-5370 www.pathfindersforautism.org/

Star Community, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 15

Blind/Vision Impaired, Developmental Eye Therapy

Twooth Timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 12

Davis Vision Therapy Winchester Office 115 Creekside Lane Winchester, VA 22602 703-468-8310 www.davisvisiontherapy.com

Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 3 West Virginia Birth to Three . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 5

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Special Needs Resources cont from page 6 WV Schools for the Deaf & Blind 301 East Main Street Romney, WV 26757 304-822-4800 wvsdb2.state.k12.wv.us Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind 514 East Beverley Street P.O. Box 2069 Staunton, Virginia 24402 vsdb.k12.va.us The Overbrook School for the Blind 6333 Malvern Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19151-2597 (215) 877-0313 www.obs.org

The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 100 West School House Lane Philadelphia, PA 19144 (215) 951-4700 www.psd.org The Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 300 East Swissvale Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15218-1469 (412) 371-7000 www.wpsd.org United Cerebral Palsy Of South Central PA., INC. 788 Cherry Tree Court Hanover, PA 17331 (717) 632-5552 ucpsouthcentral.org

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The Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children 201 North Bellfield Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15213 (412) 621-0100 www.wpsbc.org

Infant & Toddler Connection of Shenandoah Valley P.O. Box 547 Front Royal, VA 22630 Phone: 540-635-2452 www.itcshenvalley.org

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Washington County Human Development Council, Inc. 433 Brewer Avenue Hagerstown, MD 21740 (301) 791-5421 www.wchdc.org

A Special Space, Inc. 27 Mudfort Drive Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 240-439-0171 www.aspecialspace.org Building Blocks 879 Commonwealth Ave., #7 Hagerstown, MD 21740 301-797-5122 Children’s Services of Virginia (CSV) P.O. Box 2867 Winchester, VA 22604 540-667-0116 www.childrensservicesofva.com Maryland Family Network: Children With Special Needs 1001 Eastern Avenue, 2nd Floor Baltimore, MD 21202-4325 410-659-770 www.mdchildcare.org

Chronic Health Conditions Special Love 117 Youth Develepoment CT Winchester, VA 22602 http://www.speciallove.org/

Deaf/Hard of Hearing WV Schools for the Deaf & Blind 301 East Main Street Romney, WV 26757 304-822-4800 wvsdb2.state.k12.wv.us Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind 514 East Beverley Street P.O. Box 2069 Staunton, Virginia 24402 vsdb.k12.va.us Maryland School for the Deaf P.O. Box 250 101 Clarke Place Frederick, MD 21705-0250 www.msd.edu

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Frederick County Infants and Toddlers 350 Montevue Lane Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 649-1612 frederickcountymd.gov/index.aspx?NID=2498 Early Intervention Washington County Infants & Toddlers 1350 Marshall Street Hagerstown, Maryland 21740 301-766-8217 www.wcps.k12.md.u The Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) DDA - Western Maryland Regional Office 1360 Marshall Street Hagerstown, Maryland 21740 (301)791-4670 www.ddamaryland.org/WMRO University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs) 1100 Wayne Avenue, Suite 1000 Silver Spring, MD 20910 301-588-8252 www.aucd.org Family Service Foundation 610 Bowers Road, Suite A Frederick, MD 21702 (240) 490-7101 www.fsfinc.org

Enrichment Arc of Northern Shenandoah Valley 119 Youth Development Court Winchester, VA 22602 540-665-0461 www.thearcofnsv.net The Arc of Washington County 820 Florida Ave. Hagerstown, MD 21740

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301-733-3550 www.arcwc-md.org Skills to Pay the Bills U.S. Department of Labor Frances Perkins Building 200 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20210 1-866-633-7365 http://www.dol.gov/odep/about/ NCWD/Youth 4455 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 310 Washington, DC 20008 877-871-0744 www.ncwd-youth.info

Home Health Care/Respite Care Valley Home Care 525 Amherst Street Winchester, VA 22601 540-536-5254 www.valley-homecare.com

Learning Disabilities and Challenges PACT: Helping Children with Special Needs 7000 Tudsbury Road, Baltimore, MD 21244 410-298-7000 ww.pact.kennedykrieger.org/

Mental Health/Behavioral Counseling Brook Lane Health Services 13218 Brook Lane Drive P.O. Box 1945, Hagerstown, MD 21742 301-733-0330 www.brooklane.org IBMP - Intensive Behavior Management Program 827 Marion Street Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 791-9580 Email: wcarcbmp@erols.com The Mental Health Center of Western Maryland, INC. 1180 Professional Court Hagerstown, MD 21740 301-791-3045 www.thementalhealthcenter.net The Monocacy Neurodevelopmental Center 65 Thomas Johnson Drive, Suite A Frederick, MD 21702 301-662-3808 www.monocacycenter.com NAMI 3803 N. Fairfax Dr., Ste. 100 Arlington, VA 22203 (703) 524-7600’ www.nami.org

Pediatric and Adolescent Therapy Physical, Occupational & Speech Amber Hill Physical Therapy 187 Thomas Johnson Dr., Suite 6 Frederick, MD 21702 Additional locations in Urbana, Damascus, Jefferson and Thurmont 301-663-1157 www.amberhillpt.com

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1-2-3, Just PLAY With Me

ilestones and Miracles, LLC introduces 1-2-3, Just PLAY With Me, a comprehensive, developmental card set, aimed to promote interactive play in children from birth to three years of age. Early intervention therapists, Lacy Morise, licensed speechlanguage pathologist and Nicole Sergent, licensed physical therapist, co-authored the product after years of professional application and their personal experiences as mothers. Both Morise and Sergent work as early interventionists in their home state of West Virginia, and were seeking a resource focused on childhood development, versus education, as well as a tool that promotes bonding between parents and children. Available for purchase online at milestonesandmiracles.com, the interactive card set is user friendly for professionals and parents alike.

1-2-3 Just PLAY With Me is a set of 75 interactive cards that provide a feature that few other resources do by outlining typical infant/toddler development and pairing milestones with play activities. Color-coded to mark the five primary areas of infant/toddler development, the cards are an easy-to-use guide for parents and caregivers who wish to quickly reference their children by age and stage of development. Developmental milestones are included on the fronts of the large, aesthetically pleasing cards. On the back of each card, every developmental milestone is paired with ‘back-to-basic’ style PLAY that engages family and child. Pediatrician-approved, 1-2-3 Just PLAY With Me includes a bonus reference section for subjects

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such as toilet training, sleep, and discipline tips, and book and toy recommendations among others.

As professional women and mothers, Morise and Sergent both noticed the lack for comprehensive resources to share with families encouraging a child’s overall development. “When parents understand WHY their children are doing what they are doing at each stage of development, it makes engaging through PLAY more interesting. It also provides parents with a sense of empowerment in understanding their child,” says co-creator Sergent. The idea for the product stemmed from the women’s discussions about society’s emphasis toward TV and technology and away from ordinary, traditional playtime. “We think you can learn a lot about your child through simple PLAY,” adds Morise.

“Our culture promotes educational milestones with young children and early development can suffer. Actually, though, research supports the fact that developmental, creative, and unstructured PLAYtime makes children smarter and more imaginative.” 1-2-3 Just PLAY With Me is currently sold to individuals through the company’s website and to agencies such as Berkeley Co. (WV) Early Head Start as a resource for teachers.

Sample cards and a developmental blog are available for viewing on Milestones & Miracles website. Both professionals practice early intervention in the state of West Virginia and are available for speaking engagements on the importance of play.

www.milestonesandmiracles.com Email milestonesandmiracles@gmail.com Also be found on Pinterest, Twitter (@milestonesm), and Facebook

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Special Needs Resources cont from page 8 The Children’s Therapy Center Sterling Office 100 Carpenter Drive #140 Sterling, VA 20164 703-707-9060 www.pediatric-therapy.com City Hospital in Martinsburg Out-Patient Rehab Department Speech, Occupational & Physical Therapy 304-264-1214 Good Beginnings Herndon Office 150 Elden Street, Suite 270 Herndon, VA 20170 703-536-1817 www.gbtherapy.org

Products 1-2-3 Just PLAY With Me Milestones and Miracles www.milestonesandmiracles.com Email milestonesandmiracles@gmail.com Twooth-Timer The Twooth Timer Company, Inc. 6825 Levelland Road, Suite 5A Dallas, TX 75252 Toll Free 855-TWOOTH2 www.twoothtimer.com

Special Education Programs Berkeley County, W.Va. Parent Educator Resource Center 515 W. Martin St. Martinsburg, WV 25401 (304) 263-5717 Broadfording Christian Academy HOPE Program 13535 Broadfording Church Rd. Hagerstown, MD 21740 301-797-8886 www.broadfording.com Eukarya Academy 915 South Cameron St. Winchester, VA 22601 540-722-5089 eukaryaacademy.com Jefferson County, W.Va. Parent-Educator Resource Center Located on the campus of Page Jackson Elementary School 370 Page-Jackson School Road Charles Town, WV 25414 304-725-6473 Grafton Berryville (boys with learning disabilities) P.O. Box 112 Berryville, VA 22611 540-955-2400 www.grafton.org Timber Ridge School (emotionally disturbed, socially maladjusted, or learning disabled boys ages 10–18) 1463 New Hope Rd., Cross Junction, VA 22625 540-888-3456 www.timber-ridge-school.org Phillips School–Laurel (autism, mental retardation, and emotional, behavioral, and learning disabilities)

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8920 Whiskey Bottom Rd. Laurel, MD 20723 301-470-1620 www.phillipsprograms.org Lourie School of the Reginald S. Lourie Center (emotional, social, and behavioral disabilities) 12301 Academy Way Rockville, MD 20852 301-984-4444 www.louriecenter.org Leary School (learning or emotional problems or multiple handicaps) 7100 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD 20745 301-839-5486 www.learyschool.org Kennedy Krieger Institute-Montgomery County (autism and related disorders) 12301 Academy Way Rockville, MD 20852 443-923-4170 www.kennedykrieger.org Katherine Thomas School (learning and language disabilities) 9975 Medical Center Dr. Rockville, MD 20850 301-738-9691 www.ttlc.org The Jemicy School (bright dyslexic students) 11 Celadon Rd. Owings Mills, MD 21117 410-653-2700 www.jemicyschool.org Ivymount School (multiple disabilities, including autism and PDD) 11614 Seven Locks Rd. Rockville, MD 20854 301-469-0223 www.ivymount.org Frost School (emotionally troubled) 4915 Aspen Hill Rd. Rockville, MD 20853 301-933-3451 www.frostcenter.com Foundation School of Montgomery County (emotionally disturbed) 220 Girard St., Suite 300 Gaithersburg, MD 20877 301-740-7807 www.foundationschools.org Diener School (ADD, ADHD and learning, language, social or sensory processing challenges) 11510 Falls Road Potomac, MD 20854 301-299-4602 www.thedienerschool.org Chelsea School (language-based learning disabilities) 711 Pershing Dr. Silver Spring, MD 20910 301-585-1430 www.chelseaschool.edu

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Support Groups Special Needs Support Group 3920 Star Hill Road Greencastle Pa 17225 717-597-4681 www.pafamiliesinc.com Pennsylvania Family Support Alliance 42 Black Avenue Chambersburg Pa 17201 717-263-7707 www.pafamiliesinc.com The Parents’ Place of Maryland 801 Cromwell Park Drive, Suite 103 Glen Burnie, MD 21061 410-768-9100 www.ppmd.org WV Birth to Three 350 Capitol Street, Room 427 Charleston, WV 25301-3714 304-558-5388 www.wvdhhr.org/birth23 Best Buddies 131 East Broad Street, Suite 204 Falls Church, Virginia 22046 703-533-9420 www.bestbuddies.org www.bestbuddiesvirginia.org Shared Work 225 Reinekers Lane Suite 420 Alexandria,VA 22314 877-433-2463 www.sharedwork.org

Therapeutic Riding Blue Ridge Center for Therapeutic Horsemanship 420 Russell Road Berryville, VA 22611 540-837-1575 www.brcth.org Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center 181 Franklin Farm Lane Chambersburg, PA 17202 717-263-0443 www.horseridingtherapy.org Frederick County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Program 11515 Angleberger Road Thurmont, MD 21788 301-898-3587 fc4htrp@aol.com http://www.fc4htrp.org Horses with Hearts P.O. Box 2186 Martinsburg, WV 25302 304-283-8071 horseswithhearts@yahoo.com www.horseswithhearts.com Star Community, Inc. 13757 Broadfording Church Road Hagerstown, MD 21740 (301) 791–0011 www.starcommunityinc.org

Monkey Joe’s – Winchester 141 Market Street Winchester, VA 22603-4750 540- 662-5221 www.monkeyjoes.com/Winchester

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Special Space, Inc. is a non-profit organization that is opening a therapeutic child care and development center for children with autism, other developmental delays/disabilities, and their typically functioning peers.

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The mission of A Special Space is to offer children on the Autism Spectrum and other special needs children the opportunity to participate in before and after school care and summer programs in an environment tailored to their special sensory, social, educational, communicative and recreational needs, alongside typically functioning peer models. Our staff consists of experienced Special Education teachers and those with a background in caring for special needs children. All of our staff attends comprehensive specialized training related to autism and special needs in addition to WV state mandated training. Our goal is to develop the best practice model for these services and offer the very best and innovative care for our children.

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BUILDING BLOCKS Child Development Center, Inc.

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Tutoring / Education Advocacy The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) 2900 Crystal Drive, Suite 1000 Arlington, VA 22202-3557 866/509-0218 www.cec.sped.org Teachable Moments, LLC Carol Custer Frederick County, MD 301-788-6198 www.custerllc.com

Other Julie Reeser, RN Whole Foods Nutrition and GFCG dietary support and meal planning.

13326 Highlane Street Hagerstown, MD 21742 (301) 992-1738 MIHI, Inc / Project Lifesaver PLS is a nonprofit partnered with LoJack to offer a locating system for persons who have wandered or are lost.

P.O. Box 3511 Hagerstown, MD 21742 301-745-6444 www.mihi.org

Other Resources by State In Virginia Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center www.peatc.org The Arc of Virginia - www.thearcva.org Virginia Dept. of Health Special Needs Children www.vahealth.org/specialchildren

In Maryland The Parents’ Place of Maryland - www.ppmd.org The Arc of Maryland – www.thearcmd.org Health and Mental Hygiene – dda.dhmh.maryland.gov

In West Virginia West Virginia Parent State Team Office of Special Programs West Virginia Department of Education Building 6, Room 304 1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East Charleston, WV 25305 (304) 558-2696 Toll Free: 1-800-642-8541 West Virginia Parent Training and Information www.wvpti.org The Arc of West Virginia – www.thearcwv.org West Virginia Bureau for Behavioral Health and Health Facilities (WV Dept of Health & Human Resources): www.dhhr.wv.gov/bhhf/sections/programs/ ProgramsPartnerships/IDD/Pages/default.aspx

In Pennsylvania Parent Education Network www.parentednet.org The Arc of Pennsylvania – www.thearcpa.org

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Mental Health/Mental Retardation Center of Franklin County – 717-264-5387

Also Council of Parent Advocates and Attorneys www.copaa.org The Arc of the US - www.thearc.org U.S. Department of Education - www.ed.gov PACER Center, Champions for Children with Disabilities www.pacer.org This is the umbrella organization for all federally funded Parent Training and Information Centers.

PACER Center’s bullying prevention section www.pacer.org/bullying/ This is an excellent resources for families, students, teachers.

Parents Technical Assistance Network www.parentcenternetwork.org/ parentcenterlisting.html

Difability RAD Local education consultant shares a resource a day.

Berryville, Va., resident Catherine Burzio is the lead Education, Career Assessment and Transition Consultant with Viable Vocations, an education and transition consulting service for students, families, schools and organizations. In her personal and professional life, she recognizes the importance of sharing resources and started a blog to organize her findings and help others: http://difabilityrad.wordpress.com.

“After seeing the book, 365 A Daily Creative Journal, and watching several friends venture off on their own ‘365 journeys,’ I decided to dive in as well,” says Burzio.

“I’m a self-proclaimed resource junkie, so a Resource A Day made sense for me. My daily work is with families, individuals and practitioners around issues of disability, but I often see the issues faced and the resources necessary really cover ALL children and families. I heard Mark Shriver speak a few months ago and he challenged the audience to think differently and to consider Difability as opposed to Disability ... we all move, think and do differently regardless of ability. So, Difability RAD was born, Differing Ability Resource A Day.” The resources cover education, health, recreation, media, technology, post-secondary education, employment and more.

“My hope is to faithfully blog a resource a day for 365 days with the result being a usable/functional resource repository. I love sharing resources, but I also love hearing about new resources ... so share back!”

Visit http://difabilityrad.wordpress.com.

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Monkey Joe’s – Winchester

onkey Joe’s Parties and Play is an indoor inflatable-filled fun and exciting party and play center that provides families with engaging, interactive activity and entertainment. We offer wild inflatable slides, jumps and obstacle courses to keep kids ages 2-12 happy and healthy.

In our parent lounge, we offer computer stations and free WI-FI plus comfortable seating and massage chairs. Monkey Joe’s is open for walk-in play anytime during business hours with no time limits, you can stay and play all day with paid admission! Adults are always FREE. For schools and organizations, we offer fundraising opportunities and innovative ways to earn money. Monkey Joe’s also loves to celebrate parties of all kinds! We cater to class and sports celebrations, team events, theme parties and charity events. For birthdays, you can book a party in any one of our four party suites. Birthday parties include two hours in your party suite, free invitations, all plasticware, a dedicated party host, a special visit from Monkey Joe with a surprise birthday gift and all set up and clean. Birthday parties also include unlimited play time and can be personalized to meet the birthday child’s needs. For those who would like the facility privately, we offer before and after hour’s parties that are fully customized for your special event.

From pajama parties to superhero days, there is always something new and exciting every month. A calendar of events is posted in the store and on our Facebook page which also offers special discounts and offers to our friends. One event that occurs every month is our Evening for Exceptional Children. This event is extraordinary in many ways! We close early to the general public and stay open an hour longer so that our guests with special needs have our entire facility to enjoy privately with

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their families and siblings. As parents of a special needs son, we love that this evening also offers parents and caregivers the chance to connect and form friendships. It’s a great feeling to talk to someone who recognizes and accepts whatever challenges you as a parent may be going through. The children that attend our Evening for Exceptional Children are simply that – exceptional children. Their needs range from very mild to severe and profound.

Having a child with special needs has forever changed our lives and the way we look at the world. Yes, it’s exhausting at times, but the value and appreciation of what he’s teaching US is immeasurable.

This event has been a success on many levels, and it is something that we will continue to do. The community has been so incredibly supportive of our efforts to promote our Evening for Exceptional Children. It’s proven to be a celebration for all that are involved in raising and loving our children with special needs.

Typically, these evenings are held on the third Wednesday of every month. Our next scheduled events are September 19th from 5pm8pm and again on October 17th from 5pm-8pm. Please join us and invite those you think may benefit from being a part of this very special, fun-filled evening. Please call ahead if you require special assistance, or have dietary/allergy concerns, and we will do our best to accommodate you. The Evening for Exceptional Children is FREE for special needs children, siblings are just $5.00 and adults are always admitted at no cost. ~Owners of Monkey Joe’s Parties and Play and Proud Parents to Avery and Asher, Jonathan and Allison Cadle-Adams

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TechTalk

Readers Giveaways for Special Needs Families

BY KATHERINE COBB

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Tablet computers are transforming learning for kids with disabilities

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Books 26: Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Life With Cerebral Palsy In his inspiring memoir, Stuart Maloney chronicles the first 26 years of his life living with cerebal palsy – the result of brain damage at birth. Through stories of hope, courage and selfacceptance, Maloney relays a journey of overcoming obstacles and everyday determination.

The Common Sense Guide to Your Child’s Special Needs: When to Worry, When to Wait, What to Do

Healer Evolving Suey Irvine’s story of love, courage, and breakthroughs in her search for alternative therapies for her son, after he was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and asthma. The books explores a diverse range of topics including the effectiveness of acupuncture and Chinese herbs, along with holistic healing and feng shui.

His Strength Made Perfect: Michael's Story Cyndie Degnan’s son was diagnosed with Duchenne's Muscular Dystrophy at four years old. In this book, she follows Michael's life, through the ups and downs of learning to live and thrive with DMD, while candidly revealing her initial feelings of denial, anger and fear before she allowed God to lead her one stop at a time through the process of raising a disabled child.

Wiping Out Dyslexia with Enhanced Laterlization In the book, Dorothy van den Honert outlines her Reading from Scratch program, a new teaching strategy for children with dyslexia.

The program, based on years of research, is designed to get a child up to grade-level or better in a year or two of lessons.

Products Twooth® Timer is a patented two-minute tooth-shaped tooth brushing timer. It began as an idea in August 1998 during a routine dental checkup. After being told by the dentist that her children needed to brush their teeth for two minutes (instead of ten seconds!), company Founder/President & Twooth Fairy, Antoinette de Janasz designed the Twooth® Timer. Through their products, website, and free downloads, Antoinette hopes to share knowledge with others and help them achieve a lifetime of healthy smiles! www.twoothtimer.com Zatswho® Soft Photo Flashcards Keeping family connected during play reinforces the learning process through a variety of senses. Insert a photo into a flexible flashcard to teach a child to recognize family and identify special people in their lives, as well as basic skills such as shapes, colors, memory and sequential thinking. www.zatswho.com.

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echnology has yielded a home run for kids with disabilities or special needs with the tablet computer, such as the iPad.

Whether a child is mentally, physically, or learning impaired, many apps are transforming their ability to learn, communicate and have fun.

Parents and educators of students with special needs — especially learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorders — report tablets improve communication, reading and math skills, plus give students an easier way to take notes.

Pediatrician Louis Pellegrino gives you clear and down-to-earth answers in this new book. With reassuring warmth, good humor and candor, Dr. Pellegrino offers practical, research-based guidance on what it means and what to do next when a child struggles with many types of development.

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The touch-screen design is easier to use than a desktop computer or laptop, especially for children with poor fine-motor skills. The screen’s size makes them user-friendly for students with vision problems.

Equally important, the tablets offer kids a sense of independence — and for those with disabilities, they may have never have experienced that before.

Special applications abound for a variety of populations. There’s a Braille translator, for instance, and sign language apps. Phone apps are popular, and one where the user shakes it to make a call.

Another speaks for the user after he selects pictures, phrases or sentences.

A colors app uses Discrete Trial Training to help autistic child learn the basic colors. A number of apps allow children with autism or any other language deficit to easily and effectively communicate their basics needs. Many other apps cater to the speech impaired.

A number of apps are designed to serve as a board or activity creator, helpful for parents with children who need symbols to communicate and learn. The tablet becomes a flashcard, with words or numbers enlargeable to a size the user can see.

A travel app helps people communicate with symbols locally, nationally or abroad. Another helps kids pair clothes from their own closet and drawers, something they can do more easily on the tablet than in their own room.

There are several “face” apps, which illustrate different expressions (categorized by the seven universal emotions) to help kids identify what emotion they are feeling.

A portion of the general population likely takes computers, laptops, smart phones and tablets in stride, just another notch in their technology belts. But for the kids struggling with various disorders and disabilities, the tablet is offering a lifeline. Sometimes it’s a connection to the outside world they’ve never experienced, or an introduction to a skill or activity they previously couldn’t participate in before.

That seems worth more than what money can buy.

Katherine Cobb embraces technology, but with thoughtfulness about how it impacts lifestyle, health and family dynamics.

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he Star Equestrian Center opened in 1998 following a ten-year vision for equine therapy in Western Maryland. Star serves abled and challenged riders alike in many types of equine activities, enhancing a rider’s quality of life by attending to the mind, body and spirit. Studies have shown the horse, with its willingness to serve and unconditional love, enables humans to form a profound bond of trust, literally “lifting” the human spirit.

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therapeutic animal farm is planned to open at Star Community in spring 2013. Working in partnership with the Department of Agriculture, Star developed the farm to engage children in the educational process of animals, agriculture and keeping our environment green. During development our approach has broadened based on research by the American Humane Society that shows, “Animal-Assisted Therapy helps children who have experienced abuse or neglect, patients undergoing chemotherapy or other difficult medical treatments.” It is Star’s goal to use the world of equines and other farm animals to improve the quality of life of individuals we serve while bringing joy and peace to them as well.

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A Dental Home for Your Special Child Frederick Pediatric Dentistry is proud to offer gentle, comprehensive dental care to those with special emotional, developmental, and/or physical needs. Sometimes, parents of children with special needs have unique concerns about their child's dental appointments. Like getting a haircut, dentistry involves gentle touch of the face and head. Because of this, children with sensory challenges and other special needs require unique approaches to care. Rest assured that we see many children with special needs at Frederick Pediatric Dentistry. Our team has years of additional training working with children with all types of special needs, but we also respect and understand that you know your child better than anyone. We are a partner with you.

We do not utilize restraints in the form of protective stabilization ("Papoose Boards" and straps). Instead, we will guide you and your child through the dental experience in the most gentle way possible. You are always invited back to the treatment area while your child receives care in our office. If appropriate to your child's individual needs, we have the ability to provide mild to moderate oral sedation in our office. General Anesthesia services are also available through our doctors and the anesthesiologists at Frederick Memorial Hospital. Together, you and your child's pediatric dentist will discuss the safest, most comfortable options for treatment.

Frederick Pediatric Dentistry maintains community involvement locally with several groups and organizations devoted to the care of children with special needs. We are annual participants with the Frederick County SECAC Resource Fair. It is also important to us to stay informed with various special needs groups, including Pathfinders for Autism, Autism Speaks, United Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy Association, and the National Down Syndrome Society. We are open-minded and flexible in addressing the individual needs of all patients and families. Our team is proud to be a partner with you in helping your child achieve and maintain optimal dental health.

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Glossary of Special Education Terms 504 Plan: a written plan for individuals with disabilities qualifying under the US Rehabilitation Act of 1973 that documents necessary accommodations or services. accommodations: services or supports used to enable a student to fully access the subject matter and instruction. An accommodation does not alter the content or expectation; instead it is an adjustment to instructional methods. Accommodations should be specified in a student’s IEP or 504 Plan. Examples include books on tape, content enhancements, and allowing additional time to take a test. adaptations: modifications of the delivery of instruction or materials used with a student.

ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act): Federal legislation that gives Civil Rights protection to individuals with disabilities; enacted into law July 1990. alternative assessment: measures student performance on alternate achievement standards or for a functional life skills curriculum. assessment: a collecting and bringing together of information about a child’s learning needs; a process using formal and informal methods to determine an individual’s strengths and weaknesses to plan, for example, his or her educational services. assistive technology: an item, piece of equipment, or product system purchased commercially, modified or customized and used to increase, maintain or improve functional capabilities of students with disabilities; also, services that assist students in selecting, acquiring, and using devices. criterion referenced tests: assessment that compares a person’s performance to some specific established level (the criterion) or a specific degree of mastery; his or her

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performance is not compared with that of other people. curriculum-based measurement: an informal assessment approach emphasizing repeated direct measurement of student performance. differentiation: a way of thinking about and planning in order to meet the diverse needs of students based on their characteristics; teachers differentiate content, process, and product according to students’ readiness, interest, and learning profiles through a range of instructional and management strategies. eligibility: the process of qualifying for a service under one of the federally defined disability categories; a MDT meeting that considers that qualification.

FAPE (free appropriate public education): the guaranteed right of children with disabilities to receive an education that meets their unique needs at no cost to parents.

FBA (functional behavior assessment): a systematic data-collection procedure conducted by the MDT, exploring the functions or reasons for students’ interfering behaviors. inclusion: the idea or philosophy related to students with disabilities participating and being educated in the general education classroom/program to the extent possible.

Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE): Federal law defines an IEE broadly as “an evaluation conducted by a qualified examiner who is not employed by the public agency responsible for the education of the child in question” (IDEA, 2006, section 300.503); it is provided either at parent expense or at public expense as a result of a parent’s request or a due process hearing decision.

Individualized Education Plan (IEP): a legal document designed by a team of educators, specialists, and the child’s parent(s)/guardian(s) for students eligible as described in IDEA 2004; has many required sections, specifying many aspects of a disabled child’s education.

Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA): first enacted in 1975 as the Education for all Handicapped Children Act, and subsequently periodically reauthorized, it is a comprehensive federally funded law that governs the education of students with disabilities. intervention: action taken to correct, remediate, or prevent identified or potential educational, medical, or developmental problems.

Least Restrictive Environment (LRE): refers to the concept that children with disabilities should be educated to the maximum extent possible with children who are not disabled while meeting all their learning needs and physical requirements; the type of setting is

stipulated in a child’s IEP; LRE is an individual determination, where what is right for one student is not necessarily right for another. mainstream: the placement or a student with a disability into a general education classroom or any nonacademic setting (such as physical education, lunch, etc.) for any part of the school day. manifestation determination: a process as a result of disciplinary actions that constitutes a change of placement whereby the MDT considers the relationship between the student’s disability and the conduct in question and may adjust the disciplinary action, as well as the student’s IEP, accordingly. mastery criteria/mastery level: the cutoff score on a criterion-referenced test; the condition for mastery of an IEP goal. multidisciplinary team (MDT): a group including parents and professionals with different areas of expertise who come together for the purpose of looking at an individual child’s educational program. multiple intelligences: educational theory put forth by psychologist, Howard Gardner, which suggests that an array of different kinds of “intelligence” exists in human beings including: Verbal-Linguistic, Logical-Mathematical, Visual-Spatial, Musical, Bodily-Kinesthetic, Interpersonal, Intrapersonal, and Naturalistic.

Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLOP): a statement in the IEP of the child’s current baseline of strengths and needs as measured by formal and informal evaluations. procedural safeguards: rights regarding the special education of students who are either identified with a disability or suspected of having a disability; a booklet containing certain aspects of these rights required to be provided to parents once each year, as well as upon referral for special education, filing of a complaint, or upon parent request. referral: a written request for evaluation or eligibility for special education and related services.

Response to Intervention (RTI): a process for increasing and/or changing supports, instruction, and interventions to address students’ needs; under IDEA 2004, one of the preferred methods for identifying specific learning disabilities. For more information, visit the National Center on Response to Intervention web site. transition services: a coordinated set of activities including special education and related services and community participation as listed in the IEP that facilitate the student’s move to post-secondary options; may include vocational assessment, career exploration, and vocational education.

Source: www.abc4lifesuccess.com Michelle R. Davis, M. Ed., is the author of School Success for Kids with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders. Michelle Davis and Rich Weinfeld co-authored Special Needs Advocacy Resource Book: What You Can Do Now to Advocate for Your Exceptional Child’s Education. Prufrock Press, 2008.

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here is a growing need for pediatric physical and occupational therapy services in Frederick and the surrounding areas.

Physicians, parents and educators continue to be proactive in early identification and intervention of orthopedic, neurological and congenital conditions that challenge children today. Through early identification and intervention, children can optimize their level of function at home, school, and at play.

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In 2005, the oldest physical therapy practice in Frederick, Amber Hill Physical Therapy, established Amber Hill Pediatric Therapy Services, LLC to provide these specialized services in the Frederick area. Recently, we have expanded our pediatric services to provide occupational and physical therapy in Jefferson, MD and the Urbana area of Frederick. Our therapists have pediatric specific training and years of experience working with children.

We designed our pediatric treatment areas with special needs children in mind.

Our Frederick and Urbana locations have private fine motor and gross motor treatment areas in which children can participate in multisensory activities to stimulate the mind and body. In the fine motor room, handwriting is practiced in shaving cream to focus on multiple goals. In the larger gym area,

children build obstacle courses to practice sequencing of events and complete the course to work on gross motor coordination and core strength.

Our pediatric physical and occupational therapists are experienced in evaluating and treating a variety of diagnoses including: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Cerebral Palsy, Congenital Conditions, Feeding Problems, Fine and Gross Motor Delays, Gait Abnormalities, Muscular Dystrophy, Musculoskeletal Abnormalities, Scoliosis, Sensory Processing Disorder, Strength Deficits, Torticollis.

We offer daytime and evening appointments to accommodate busy family schedules. Amber Hill Physical Therapy and Amber Hill Pediatric Therapy Services are contracted with most insurance companies including private and state administered plans. We offer adult services in five convenient locations (see below).

If you would like more information regarding our pediatric services, please contact us at (240) 529-0175 or visit our website at www.amberhillpt.com. For helpful tips and articles, follow our blog at http://amberhillpediatriccenter. wordpress.com.

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Bethany Christian Services of WV will be opening on September 7, 2012 at 121 North Queen Street, Martinsburg, WV (in the Good Samaritan Free Clinic space).

Services will include Pregnancy Counseling, Domestic Infant Adoption, International Adoption, and Safe Families for Children (SFFC) services. Our Pregnancy Counseling and Safe Families for Children services are offered free of charge.

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How to Slay Scary Monsters (and

Other Childhood Fears)

om. Come here, now,” my three-year old whispers urgently as he pulls me toward the yard. “Red eyes,” he says, shivering with fear. “Red eyes.”

My son believes we have a monster downstairs, but only at night when we are upstairs. Other monsters live in bushes at the back of our yard, where they feast on stray baseballs and Frisbees. That is why he is worried now. I am called in to retrieve the ball he has lost. I grab the ball and run back to him as if I’ve narrowly escaped. “Monsters are just pretend,” I say.

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A Big, Scary World As their understanding of the world increases, so do kids’ fears. Infants may be fearful of separation or loud noises, and those fears stick with kids into the toddler years. But as their experiences and imaginations grow, toddlers may also develop fears of animals and insects (dogs, snakes, spiders), characters in costumes (beware Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny), and things that lurk in the dark (ghosts and monsters, bad guys and robbers). They may also fear they’ll be sucked down the toilet or the bathtub drain, despite your constant reassurance that they won’t. School-aged kids may get over their fear of the boogeyman but grow anxious about social disapproval and failure.

“Anxious thinking – for all of us – is notoriously distorted, exaggerated, and unreliable,” notes Dr. Tamar Chansky, psychologist and author of Freeing Your Child from Anxiety: Powerful, Practical Solutions to Overcome Your Child’s Fears, Worries, and Phobias. But don’t dismiss your child’s fears as childish or irrational.

Confronting even the silliest scary scenarios helps kids learn to deal with real-life woes and worries. When your daughter shrieks and clings to your leg because the neighbor’s border collie bounces her way, embrace the teachable moment. Parents can help kids confront fears so they don’t grow bigger and scarier.

Fight Fears Together Respect feelings. Fear feels uncomfortable. Your child’s heart is racing, her palms are sweaty, and she wants to escape to safety. Be her ally and accept her anxiety. If www.childguidemagazine.com

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she isn’t ready pet the snake at the zoo or sleep without a night light, don’t push it.

Word up. Kids can’t always express what scares them, especially when the body’s fear response is energizing them to fight or flee.

Help your child identify specific concerns using age-appropriate words. Ask “what is it about the dog that worries you?” or “what might happen when the lights are off?” You can’t devise monster-slaying strategies if you don’t know the enemy.

Do reconnaissance. Fear festers when our imaginations get the best of us. The more your child learns about the feared situation, the less powerful his imaginary thoughts will be. Hold hands while you both check the basement for monsters. Go online and read about snakes together. Pretend you are engineers studying how self-flushing toilets work. Knowledge is power.

Talk back. Encourage your child to argue against the frightening thoughts or to repeat a calming phrase such as “I am fast and strong. Ghosts can’t catch me!” Talking back shrinks scary thoughts. Dr. Susan Mather recalls that her son was sure there were monsters under the bed and in the closet.

“We put a sign on the door that read ‘Monsters KEEP OUT’ and they obeyed!” she says.

Baby steps. “The best way to face a fear is a little at a time, from a safe distance,” says marriage, family and child therapist H. Norman Wright, author of Helping Your Kids Deal with Anger, Fear, and Sadness. Face a fear of heights by imagining the scary situation first. Then, move on to climbing a low structure, followed by a taller one, and so on. Give high-fives as kids conquer each challenge.

Be there. Kids need to know you’ll stick with them when they face their fears. Don’t let your own distress or embarrassment cause you to shut down or disappear.

“Research indicates it takes about 20 minutes for the anxiety to subside when a fear is confronted,” Wright says. Work toward this goal with your child.

Be Afraid, But Not Too Afraid Fear is essential for survival – it helps us to escape dangerous situations. But if your child’s fears keep her from engaging in everyday activities, it may be time to seek professional help. Some kids’ fear systems are much more sensitive than others.

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Anxious kids may be trapped in a whirlwind of fearful thoughts, and paralyzed by nagging “what ifs.” According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, thirteen percent of children are affected by anxiety disorders, which include phobias, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Talk with your pediatrician or school psychologist if your child’s fears are overwhelming you both.

Heidi Smith Luedtke is a personality psychologist and mom of two kids who believe in zombies and fear flushing toilets.

She shares psychology lessons for life at www.heidiluedtke.com/blog It is no accident that most children’s books and movies have villains. Vicarious scares allow kids to practice coping from a safe emotional distance. These books confront kids’ fears head-on without keeping them up at night with pleasecheck-what’s-in-my-closet concerns.

Story and Picture Books Junie B. Jones Has a Monster Under Her Bed (1997) by Barbara Park. Junie scares away an invisible under-bed monster using an ugly school picture of herself as a weapon.

A Not Scary Story About Big Scary Things (2010) by C.K. Williams. A growling monster begs a brave boy to believe in him in this silly story.

On A Scary Scary Night (Can You See What I See?; 2008) by Walter Wick. Search for objects in spooky scenes with your child to encourage conversation about scary subjects.

Wemberly Worried (2000), by Kevin Henkes.

Anxious kids will recognize themselves in Wemberly, a shy white mouse with lots of worries.

What Was I Scared Of? A Glow-in-the Dark Encounter (2009) by Dr. Seuss. The narrator of this delightful classic is terrorized by an empty pair of pants that is equally scared of the narrator.

Self-help For ages 6-12: What to Do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety (2005) by Dawn Huebner. This book educates and inspires kids to confront their anxieties with proven cognitive-behavioral techniques.

For ages 9-13: What to Do When You're Scared and Worried: A Guide for Kids (2004) by James J. Crist. Kids learn practical Fear Chasing and Worry Erasing strategies and find out when to seek expert help for more serious anxiety disorders.

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

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Steam Engine Show, Williams Grove Steam Engine Show Grounds, Williams Grove Rd., Williams Grove, PA. Steam traction engines, blacksmith shop, steam train rides, food, entertainment, antique tractors, hit and miss engines, and more. Consignment sale Sept.

1, 8 a.m. Admission. 717/766-4001. http://wghsea.org.

War of 1812 Exhibit: Frederick Supports A Nation, Roger Brooke Taney House, 123 S. Bentz St., Frederick. Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 1-4 p.m. Exhibit looks at the role that Frederick County played both on the home front and in the militia during the War of 1812. 301/663-1188.

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.

Entertainment: The Holders (9/2), Fancy Brass (9/9), Variety (9/16), The Josh Tindall Combo (9/23), and For Dancers Only Orchestra (9/30). 301/791-1551.

Through October 12 Journey Stories, Brunswick Railroad Museum, 102 W. Potomac St., Brunswick, MD. Traveling Smithsonian exhibit that is touring Maryland. Lectures, book talks, tours, musical performances and more. Check http://brrm.net for up to date information and schedule. 301/834-7100.

Through October 26 Walkersville Southern Railroad Dinner Train, Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville, MD. Sat., 6-8 p.m. Enjoy a 5-course meal in an elegant dining car with live piano music in the background. No dinner trains Sept. 8, 22 or 29.

Fee. 301/898-0899.

Through October 28 “Disney’s Winnie the Pooh Kids,” Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre and Children’s Theatre, 5 Willowdale Dr., Frederick. Based on the beloved characters of A. A. Milne and the 2011 Disney animated feature film. Call for performance times and ticket information, 301/662-6600. www.wayoffbroadway.com.

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

301/898-0899.

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.

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Through December 15 Taneytown History Museum Exhibits, 24 E. Baltimore St., Taneytown, MD. Visit the exhibits, “Got Milk” and “On the Way to Gettysburg.” Free admission. Fri., 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 1-4 p.m.

410/756-4234. www.taneytownmuseum.org.

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

and children. Celebration afterwards in Square Corner Park. 301/834-5591.

First Saturday–Rock Around the Block, Frederick. 5-9 p.m. Frederick celebrates the music, clothes and spirit of the 1950s. Live music, costume contest, DJ’d sock hop, 50s themed shops and more.

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

Bats are Back! Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 7:30-8:30 p.m. Meet a Park Ranger at Turner Pond for fascinating bat facts and trivia. Then hike up to the old barn to wait for these night mammals. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. & 2 Interstate Coin Show, Venice Ballroom, Hagerstown. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Buying, selling, trading of coins, currency, stamps and sports cards. 301/739-5414.

Art In The Park Party, Doubs Woods Park Arts Pavilion, Hagerstown. 12 noon-dusk. Games, face painting, local artists, balloons, music, crafts, snacks and more. 301/791-6191. www.csagi.org. , 8, 15, 22 & 29 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. & 15 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. , 15 & 29 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. 301/791-1674. www.BridgeOfLife.org.

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. & October 6 First Saturday, Main Street, Martinsburg. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Arts & crafts, discounts at area businesses and more. 304/2624200. www.mainstreetmartinsburg.com. to October 28 Hagerstown Corn Maze, Celebration Farm, 17638 Garden View Rd., Hagerstown. Fri., 5-10 p.m.; Sat., 12 noon-10 p.m.; Sun., 12 noon-5 p.m., Labor Day, 12 noon-6 p.m. 8acre corn maze and pick-your-own pumpkin patch.

Three corn mazes for one price. Moonlight maze on Fri. & Sat. Bring your own flashlight. 301/393-4377. www.HagerstownCornMaze.org.

Thorpewood’s Annual 5k/10k Trail Run, ThorpeWood, Inc., 12805-A Mink Farm Rd., Thurmont, MD. 9-11 a.m. Annual fundraising event for Thorpewood. Day-of-event registration at 8 a.m. Fee. www.thorpewood.org.

World War I Encampment, Square Corner Park, 1 W. Potomac St., Brunswick, MD. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Living history encampment. 301/834-7100.

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September 1 Maugansville Pride Day, Maugansville 1Community Community Park, Maugansville, MD. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. picnic with food, entertainment, crafts and more. 301/739-6742.

Penn National Farm Festival, Penn National Golf Course Center, 997 and Orchard Dr., Fayetteville, PA. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Family-friendly outdoor festival with live music, local farm-fresh produce, flowers, crafts, art displays and more. 717/325-3046.

Life on the Farm: Bean Stringing, 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. Harvest beans from our vegetable garden and string them for use in our Log Cabin cooking demonstrations. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Walkersville Southern Railroad Track Car Days, Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville, MD. 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Regular fare buys all day pass on the train and track cars. Train videos in museum. Fee. 301/898-0899.

Muck Raking, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 1-3 p.m. Meet at Turner Pond. Hands-on, aquatic investigation for all ages. Wear “wettable” shoes. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

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. 540/8689176.

Creative Outlet, Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. 3-5 p.m.

“Australia.” Art activities for all ages. $1 per activity.

301/698-0656.

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Heads Up Tales from the Mount Bleak Attic, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Meet in the 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.

Victorian Dance Ensemble, Railroad Square Park, South Maple Ave., Brunswick, MD. 12 noon-5 p.m.

Demonstrations of Civil War era dancing and a fashion show of 1860s clothing. 301/834-7100.

Geocaching 101, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 1-3 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. & 30 Art in the Park, Berkeley Springs State Park, Rt. 522, Berkeley Springs. 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 October 7 Carillon concert, Baker Park, Carillon Tower, Frederick. 12 noon. Free.

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

“Hayfoot, Strawfoot,” Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 1-3 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. , 7 & 21 Guided Civil War Walking Tour of Old Town Winchester, 2 N. Cameron St., Winchester. Mon., 10 a.m., Fri., 6 p.m. Experience

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the Civil War as a civilian in Old Town Winchester.

Call to make your reservation. 540/542-1326.

Homeschool Day, The Children’s Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Explore the museum facilities, learn about colonial heritage, and craft a project to take home. All ages. $4. Children under age 3 are free. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com. & 19 “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. & October 3 “Mommy & Me & an Owl Makes Three,” Cunningham Falls State Park, Manor Area, Rt. 15 South, Thurmont, MD. 10 a.m.

30- to 45-minute program filled with nature-themed stories, songs, puppets, crafts and more. $2 per child, donations welcome. 301/271-3676. http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/cu nningham.asp. to October 28 “The Frog Prince,” 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.

First Friday Chambersburg, downtown Chambersburg. 5-8 p.m. “Cruizin’ Car Show.”

Annual event with artists, kids activities, in-store specials & samples, music, and more. 717/2610072. www.chambersburgfirstfriday.com. & 8 Fill-A-Bag at Wear It Again, Kid! 311 W. Washington St., Charles Town, WV (304/725-

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“Animal Fun” (9/7) and “Pigs & Pancakes” (10/5).

Story, craft and program. For ages 2-6. Preregistration suggested. $4. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com.

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

“Maryland, My Maryland” (9/7) and “Homes, Hospitals & Heroines” (10/5). Experienced staff enrich your child’s studies with a multi-disciplinary, hands-on approach to history. Focus on Civil War Heritage. Pre-registration required. Ages 5-14. $5.

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

Greencastle First Fridays, Greencastle, PA. 5-8 p.m. Enjoy live entertainment on the square, shops, artists, restaurants and more. www.firstfridaygreencastle.com.

First Fridays Arts Walk, Old Town Winchester. 6-9 p.m. Special gallery events, music and shopping.

540/667-5166. www.oldtownwinchesterva.com.

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.

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Fee. 301/663-1188. , 14, 21 and 28 Music on the Terrace, Carroll Creek Linear Park Amphitheater across from the C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 11:30 a.m.1:30 p.m. Entertainment: Darren Beachley Band (9/7), Pearl & the Beard (9/14), Seth Kibel & Bay Jazz Project, featuring Mary Alouette (9/21), and The Karla Chisholm Band (9/28). Free. 301/600-1629. www.fcpl.org. to October 13 “Harvey,” Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater, 44 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown. Fri. & Sat., 6 p.m.; Sun. matinee Sept. 16, 1 p.m. Closed Sept.

28-30. Admission. Check with theater for age appropriateness. 301/7397469. www.wcpdt.com.

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“AMBA Wellness,” Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 6-9:30 a.m. A good health project: 36 blood tests for $41.

Must fast for 12 hours. Ages 18 & older. Call 1-800-234-8888 for reservation time. www.discoverystation.org.

“In The Street,” downtown Frederick. All day street festival with food, fun and entertainment for the whole family. 301/600-2844.

Pennsylvania German Festival, Renfrew Museum and Park, 1010 E. Main St., Waynesboro. 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

Includes special Bill Moran Knife Collection and Conestoga Wagon, vendors, crafts and more. Admission fee. 717/762-4723. www.renfrewmuseum.org.

Model Train Sale, Washington County Agricultural Center, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sales event benefits the operation of the Historic Antietam Station in Sharpsburg, MD. Sales of all scales of model trains. $4, adults; free, children ages 12 & under.

301/800-9829. www.antietamstation.com.

“Bark in the Park,” Cunningham Falls State Park, 14039 Catoctin Hollow Rd., Thurmont, MD. 10 a.m.

Bring your dog along for a hike. Meet at the Lower Falls trailhead. $2.

301/271-7574. www.dnr.state.md.us/ publiclands/western/cunningham.asp Woodmont Open House, Fort Frederick State Park, 11100 Fort Frederick Rd., Big Pool, MD. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Open house includes guided hikes, conservation organization displays, as well as the story of the early days of conservation in MD. 301/842-2155.

Free Civil War Cinema, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Bowman Gallery, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle.

11 a.m. “Gods and Generals.” Rated PG-13. 301/739-5727. www.wcmfa.org.

Bicycle Tour Of Blandy, Blandy Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA. 2-3:30 p.m. Meet in main parking lot. Leisurely 3-mile bicycle tour of the Blandy’s gravel Loop Road. $8, FOSA members; $10, nonmembers; $20, whole family. 540/837-1758, x224.

The U.S. Navy Commodores, Hagerstown (MD) Community College, Alumni Amphitheater, Robinwood Dr. 4:30 p.m. Red, White and Blue Concert Series. Free. 240/500-2346. & 9 “Prelude To Antietam,” Monocacy National Battlefield, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick. Living historians present programs on the 1862 Maryland Campaign and the famous Lost Order, Special Orders #191. 301/662-3515.

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Artists, kids activities, in-store specials & samples, music, and more.

717/261-0072. www.chambersburgfirstfriday.com.

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

Entertainment. 301/573-1501 or 301/223-7711. www.williamsportmd.gov. , 8 & 9 “Pickin’ In The Panhandle,” Lazy A Campground, 317 Kathy’s Lane, Hedgesville, WV. The West Virginia State BBQ & Bluegrass Festival. Topnotch entertainment from Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, The Davisson Brothers, Lonesome River Band, Shane Thomas, Kentucky HeadHunters, Colt Prather, The Crowe Brothers, and 24 other bands. Also features a bluegrass band competition, arts & crafts, children’s activities, camping, professional and backyard BBQ contests, and more.

800/4WVA-FUN. www.TravelWV.com. www.panhandlepickin.com.

Kid’s Closet Connection consignment sale, Best Western Grand Venice Hotel, 431 Dual Highway, Hagerstown. Buy and sell gently used children’s clothing, toys and equipment. www.kidscloset.biz.

Saints Peter and Paul Fall Greek Festival, Sts. Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church, 920 W. 7th St., Frederick. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Fall Greek Festival. 301/663-0663.

Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show, Catoctin High School, 14745 Sabillasville Rd., Thurmont, MD. Fri., 6-10 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Community fair featuring baked goods auction, martial arts demonstration, bands, petting zoo, pet show, food, indoor exhibits, and a beef, sheep, goat & swine show and sale.

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Heads Up Bella of Gerrardstown, WV, found a huge leaf!

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

September continued from page 43 41st Annual Boonsborough Days, Shafer Park, 37 Park Dr., Boonsboro, MD. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Crafts, food, antiques and collectibles, and more.

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Battle of South Mountain Reenactment, Boonsboro Town Farm, Boonsboro, MD. Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Reenactment commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of South Mountain. For tickets and more details visit www.marylandcampaign150.org.

“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. & October 13 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. to 16 “Messiah’s Mansion,” Review & Herald, 55 W. Oak Ridge Dr., Hagerstown. 1-7 pm, Tour the lifesize replica of the wilderness temple that Moses and the Israelites built as instructed by God after He led them out of Egypt. Free. 301/733-4411. www.hagerstownsanctuary.com.

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“For Goodness Snakes,” Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 2-3 p.m. Learn to tell the difference between venomous and non-venomous snakes. For all ages. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Concert, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. 2:30 p.m. Richard Spece & Nancy Beith on clarinet and piano. Perry/Brandenburg Recital. Ticketed event. Reception to follow. 301/739-5727. www.wcmfa.org.

Daniel Rodriguez In Concert, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. 3 p.m. “America’s Beloved Tenor” will join forces with a hot new jazz trio, The Jesse Lynch Trio.

Admission. 301/790-3500. www.mdtheatre.org. & 24 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. $3. Adults must be accompanied by a child. 301/6001650. www.rosehillmuseum.com.

National Day of Service, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 11 a.m.3 p.m. Get involved and give back.

Park-wide cleanup. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

City Of Brunswick 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, Square Corner Park, Maple Ave. & Potomac St., Brunswick, MD. 5:30 p.m. Ceremony to pay respect to 9/11 victims, families and responders. 301/834-7500. & 14 Civil War Walking Tour, South Mountain Heritage Society, 3 E. Main St., Burkittsville, MD. 7-10 p.m. “In the Wake of War.” 90-minute candlelight walking tour of historic Burkittsville. Timed tickets available on website. 301/371-7090.

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4-wk interactive class makes learning etiquette skills fun. Ages 7-12. $69.

301/600-2936. www.recreater.com. & October 9 Wee Patriots, The Children’s Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 1:30-3 p.m.

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Afternoon of fun and learning about our Civil War soldiers. “Maryland, My Maryland” (9/11) and “On the March” (10/9). Ages 3-5. $5. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com. & 14 Civil War Walking Tour, Zion Lutheran Church, 107 W. Main St., Middletown, MD. 7-10 p.m.

“In the Wake of War.” 90-minute candlelight walking tour of historic Middletown. Timed tickets available on website. 301/371-7090.

AbbaCare Fall Fundraising Reception, Fellowship Bible Church, 3217 Middle Rd., Winchester.

7 p.m. Keynote Speaker John Stonestreet, host of The Point daily radio program. Free to attend. Offering will be taken. Register to attend at: www.AbbaCarePartners.org/Events or call 540/722-4844. , 14 & 15 “Prelude to Freedom: 1862 Battle of Harpers Ferry,” Harpers Ferry National Park, Harpers Ferry, WV. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Event chronicles the threeday Battle of Harpers Ferry. Living history, ranger-conducted programs and family/youth activities. www.nps.gov/hafe.

Memorial Service, South Mountain Heritage Society, 3 East Main St., Burkittsville, MD. 10 a.m.

Service will feature music played on the 1862 Pomplitz and Rodewald Organ.

301/371-8997.

Meet a Firefighter, Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung St., Frederick.

10 a.m. Listen to a story about a firefighter and then meet a real firefighter who will demonstrate the equipment and talk about fighting fires.

Ages 3-5, with adult. 301/600-7000. www.fcpl.org.

Hiking Tour of The Battle of South Mountain, Fox’s Gap, South Mountain, Middletown, MD. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. “Fire on the Mountain.” Battlefield hike of Fox’s Gap at South Mountain. Follow in the footsteps of the soldiers and civilians and hear their experiences on September 14, 1862. 301/371-7090.

Home School Days, Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 12:30 p.m. Experienced naturalists enrich your child’s study. “Stream Ecology.” Ages 5-12. $5. 301/6002936. www.recreater.com.

Sunset on the Mountain, Fort Ritchie Community Center, 14421 Lake Royer Dr., Cascade, MD. 6-8:30 p.m.

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Gardens at Night, Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. 6-9 p.m. Acres of illuminated gardens, music from the Robbie Limon Band, wine and food.

Special activity for children from 6:45-8 p.m. $5, adults, free, MSV members and children 12 & under. Additional costs apply for food and wine.

888/556-5799.

Movie on the Green, south west of the Town Square in Lovettsville, VA. 8 p.m. “Spy Kids 3D.” Free movie.

540/822-5788. & 15 150th Anniversary of The Battle of South Mountain, South Mountain State Battlefield, Middletown, MD. Orientation talks, ranger-guided battlefield tours, driving tours, and living history trails. 301/791-4767. www.dnr.state.md.us/ publiclands/western/southmountainbat tlefield.asp. www.marylandcampaign150.org.

6th Annual Small Car Nationals, Hagerstown Speedway, 15112 National Pike, Hagerstown. Fri., 7:30 p.m.; Sat., 7 p.m. 301/582-0640. www.hagerstownspeedway.com. & 15, 21 & 22 “God & Country,” Antietam Recreation, 9745 Garis Shop Rd., Hagerstown. 6:30 p.m. dinner, 7:30 p.m. show. Family activities, dinner & a show. Singers, dancers, gymnasts and actors show us what makes America great. $23$32/person. 301/797-7999. www.antietamrecreation.com. & October 12 Family Night Out on the Ranch, Full Moon Ranch, Berryville, VA. 6:30-8:45 p.m. Families spend an exciting night on the ranch. Farm tours, petting zoo, 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. , 15 & 16 Reenactment: 150th Anniversary Battle of Antietam, Legacy Manor Farm, 400acre working farm located just 2 miles north of the Antietam Battlefield off of Route 65 (Sharpsburg Pike), Bakersville Rd., Sharpsburg, MD. www.150thantietamreenactment.com.

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Celebrate Antietam’s 150th Anniversary. Four-day pig roast, reenactors, living history, live bluegrass on Sat., Civil War artist John Paul Strain on Sat. & Sun., and more.

301/432-5868. www.antietamgallery.net. to 22 The Great Frederick Fair, The Frederick Fairgrounds, 797 E. Patrick St., Frederick.

Livestock, farm and garden products, demolition derby, musical entertainment, tractor/truck pull, carnival and much more. 301/663-5895.

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Ages 5 & under are free. 240/3158133.

to November 6 14 Gaver Farm Pumpkin Patch & Fall Fun Festival, Gaver Farm, 5501 Detrick Rd., Mt. Airy, MD. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 5-acre corn maze, animal arena, jumping pillow, pedal kart track, giant slides, straw activities, mini mazes, obstacle course, corn crib, rubber ducky races & more. Free hayrides to pumpkin patch on weekends. $8 per person weekends, $6 per person weekdays, free for kids 2 & under. 301/865-3515.

Kids cross country 1-mile race, Washington County Regional Park, Black Rock Park, Hagerstown. 9 a.m. For 3rd, 4th & 5th graders. Check-in at 8:15. $5.

240/313-2811.

22nd Annual Franklin Fall Farm Fest, Cedar Pine Farm, Pine Stump Rd., Chambersburg, PA. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

717/264-4090.

“Sew Fun,” The Children’s Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 9:30-11 a.m.

Learn basic stitches from an original sewing book in the Museum’s Collection. Ages 10 & up. $10.

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

Winchester Coin Club Coin Show, The Hampton Inn, 1204 Berryville Ave., Winchester. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

540/535-7236.

Shepherd’s Fest Kids Fest, The Good Shepherd Ministries, 19763 Longmeadow Rd., Hagerstown. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Games, pony rides, crafts, barrel train rides, petting zoo, prizes, 2 bike-give-aways, hay rides, fire engine display, 18’ slide, moon bounce, family photos, sensory activities, Chick-Fil-A cow, hotdogs, lemonade, ice cream and more. For children of all ages. Call to preregister. $1. 301/665-3767.

Pottery Fest, Renfrew Museum and Park, 1010 E. Main St., Waynesboro.

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission.

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“A ‘Grand’ Celebration,” Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Rd., Thurmont, MD. 10:30 a.m. Enjoy reading some of your favorite stories and playing some “old-fashioned” games with your grandparents. For all ages, with adult. 301/600-7200.

Climb on a Fire Truck, Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung St., Frederick. 10:30 a.m. Meet the amazing firefighters that keep us safe.

All ages, with adult. 301/600-7000. www.fcpl.org.

Guided Walking Tour of Kernstown Battlefield, Kernstown Battlefield, 610 Battle Park Dr., Winchester. 10:30 a.m. & 1:15 p.m.

Learn about the Civil War at the Kernstown Battlefield. Free. 540/8692896. www.kernstownbattle.org.

“Harriet Tubman: Meet the Woman,” Brunswick Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick, MD. 11 a.m.12 noon. Power point photographic exhibit, discussion, and more by Gwendolyn Briley-Strand. 301/6007250.

“Flutter By, Butterfly,” Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Meet at the Visitor’s Center. Join a Volunteer Naturalist for a guided walk looking for butterflies.

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

“General Lee,” Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 2 p.m. Art Callaham. 301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org.

Guided Civil War Walking Tour of Middletown, meet the National Park Service guide at 2325 First Street, Winchester. 5-6 p.m. Free. Call to make reservations. 540/868-9176.

“Foxes Gap: After The Guns Fell Silent,” Foxes Gap, North Carolina Monument, Middletown, MD. 7:30-9 p.m. Campfire stories with master storyteller Kathleen Rudisell, accompanied by the 13th North Carolina Infantry, CSA. 301/3717090. & 16 Soldier’s Fair & Living History, Pry House Field Hospital Museum, Antietam Battlefield, Keedysville, MD. Recreation of a Civil War fundraising carnival, recreation of Union Army Headquarters and a field hospital in the original Pry Barn. 301/416-2395. www.civilwarmed.org.

Fall Farm Fun Days At Orr’s, Orr’s Farm Market, 682 Orr Dr., Martinsburg. Sat., 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Pumpkin patch, hayrides, bluegrass bands, raffles, fall decorations, apple cider, baked goods, BBQ and more. 800/4WVAFUN. www.OrrsFarmMarket.com. www.TravelWV.com.

Thunder Over The Blue Ridge Open House & Air Show, 167th Airlift Wing, Shepherd Field, Martinsburg. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. C-130 FlyBy, C-5 Fly-By, Indy Boys, Inc., Jane Wicker, UH-60 Rappelling Demo, radio

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Sharpsburg Heritage Festival, Sharpsburg Main Street in the Square area, Sharpsburg, MD. Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 12 noon-5 p.m. Food, art, live music, Dutch oven cook-off and much more.

301/991-0265. www.sharpsburgheritagefestival.org.

Antietam History, Rural Heritage Museum, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. 1-4 p.m. Paul McDermott will talk about farming in Washington County during 1700-1800 on Sat. Jim Getty, as Abe Lincoln, will speak on Sunday afternoon about the Ag Bill of 1862. 240/420-1714. www.ruralheritagemuseum.org. & October 13 Western Maryland Rail Trail Guided Bike Tour, Fort Frederick State Park, 11100 Fort Frederick Rd., Big Pool, MD. 9 a.m. Meet at the C&O Canal Bicycle Shop in Hancock, MD. Learn about the role the Western MD Railway played in the region, the history along the trail, flora and fauna, and how the WMRT came to be. 301/842-2155. & October 13 Astronomy For Everyone, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. Sept. 15, 7-10 p.m.; Oct. 13, 6 p.m. Meet behind historic Mount Bleak House. $5 parking fee. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov. & October 20 “I Can Camp!”

Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 6:30 p.m.-9 a.m.

Parent/child introduction to camping. Evening snack and breakfast provided. Ages 5-12. $39, parent/child pair; $10, additional family member. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com. , 16 & 17 150th Anniversary of The Battle of Antietam, Antietam National Battlefield, Sharpsburg, MD. Full 3-day schedule to commemorate the Sesquicentennial of the Battle of Antietam. Special battlefield hikes, commemorative events, 150th Campaign Speakers Series, mobile exhibits, Civil War music, youth activities, living history demonstrations and more. $4, person; $6, family. 301/432-5124. to October 6 “Rikki Tikki Tavi,” The Fun Company at The Maryland Ensemble Theater, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick. Sat. and Sun., 2 p.m. $12. 301/694-4744.

35th Annual Oktoberfest, The Bavarian Inn, 164 Shepherd Grade Rd., Shepherdstown. 12 noon-6 p.m. Live German band and dancers, authentic Bavarian food, beer, wine, children’s games and activities. $5, person; $2, ages under 12.

304/876-2551. www.bavarianinnwv.com.

Naturalist Stroll, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 1-3 p.m. Meet near the Visitor Center. Join a Volunteer Naturalist for a casual walk in the park. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

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Paige of Waynesboro, PA has found the perfect pumpkin!

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& October 17 Evening for 19 Exceptional Children, Monkey Joe’s, 141 Market St., Winchester. 5-8 p.m. For children with special needs, their families and siblings. Guests with special needs will have the entire facility to enjoy privately with their families. Free, special needs children and adults; $5, siblings. 540/662-5221. www.monkeyjoes.com/winchester.

Funcraft Friday, C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 10 a.m. All ages (with adult) can make a fun, exciting, make-and-take craft. 301/600-1629. www.fcpl.org.

Tween Night Out on the Ranch, Full Moon Ranch, Berryville, VA. 6-8:45 p.m. Tweens spend an exciting night on the ranch. Tween Nights farm tour and Tween activities. Clarke County Parks and Recreation has teamed up with Pony to Go/Full Moon Ranch.

Ages 11-15. $15. 540/955-5140. www.ponytogo.com or www.clarkecounty.gov/parks. & 22 “Frederick: One Vast Hospital,” Downtown Frederick. Fri., 5-9 p.m.; Sat., 1-4 p.m. In coordination with the National Museum of Civil War Medicine, Frederick’s churches and structures that served as Civil War hospitals, such as the Visitation Academy and the Hessian Barracks will be open for tours. 301/600-4047. , 22 & 23 The Berkeley Springs Fall Birding Festival, Berkeley Springs, WV. 5th Annual. Most events are free and open to everyone.

Fri. & Sat. evening programs, bird walks and workshops during the day Sat., and a bird walk Sun. morning. First event 7 p.m. at the Ice House on Fri. Advance tickets available at the Nature Niche, 168 N. Washington St., Berkeley Springs, WV. 304/2580992. to October 31 Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch, Misty Meadow Farm, 14325 Misty Meadow Rd., Smithsburg, MD. Fri., 5 p.m.-dusk; Sat. & Sun., 1 p.m.-dusk. Two corn mazes, rope and spider web mazes, farm animals, hayride, pumpkin patch, pedal tractors and duck race. 301/824-2112.

The Great Backyard Bird Hike, Fountain Rock Park and Nature Center, 8511 Nature Center Place, Walkersville, MD. 8:30-9:45 a.m.

Introductory course to the great hobby of birding. All ages. $10. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com.

Drawing Birds from Life Worshop, Opus Oaks, Studio East, 109 First St., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Ages 14 & up. $40, plus $10 donation to Blue Ridge Wildlife at first class. 540/955-5140. www.clarkecounty.gov/parks.

Charles Town Heritage Festival, Charles Town, WV. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Colonial kids games, food, crafts, reenactors, BBQ, music and more. 304/725-2311, x244. www.ctheritagefestival.com.

Middletown Heritage Festival, Downtown Middletown, MD. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Celebrate the heritage of the Middletown Community with living history, children’s games, entertainment, parade and food. 301/371-6171.Walkersville Southern Railroad Civil War Reenactors Train, Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville, MD.

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Discover the art of Apiculture (beekeeping).

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

Timeline of History Weekend, The Children’s Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park and Museums, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 1-4 p.m. “Spirits of the Past.” Living history activities will focus on life in America from 1746 to 1950. Hands-on activity for children. $3. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com.

Antietam Remembrance Walk, Route 34 near Robert E. Lee’s tent headquarters, Sharpsburg, MD. 5:30 p.m. 3-mile walk. After opening ceremony, walkers follow Rt. 34, cross the Potomac River Bridge, wind through Shepherd University campus and end at the Shepherdstown Town Hall. Free. www.antietamremembrance.org. & 21 No School Nature Programs, Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 10-11:30 a.m.

Learn animal facts, play games, make crafts, and do other fun activities. Ages 6-12. $10. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com. and October 19 LEGO Drop-In Play, C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Sept. 17, 3 p.m.; Oct. 19, 1 p.m. All ages (with adult) will have fun with endless amounts of LEGO bricks. 301/600-1629. www.fcpl.org.

Apple Picking Time, Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Songs, stories, and apple print painting project. Ages 3-5. Free.

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Skirmishes and mock battle at the park. 301/898-0899.

“Wheat To Bread,” Rural Heritage Museum, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. 1-4 p.m. Special demonstration by the Bread Guild of the Wheat to Bread program. Hands on activities showing how wheat is harvested and made into flour. Garden Activity at the German Four-Square Garden with the Master Gardeners with children’s activity. 240/420-1714. www.ruralheritagemuseum.org.

Fall Celebration Campfire, Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 7:309 p.m. Live animal presentations, short night hike, and family campfire program. $4. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com.

MSO Pops! Concert, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. 8 p.m. “Classic Rock Meets Orchestra.” Concert will feature the greatest hits of three amazing bands – Blood, Sweat & Tears; Earth, Wine & Fire, and a little bit of Chicago.

Features MSO musicians and guest vocalists from Jeans ‘n Classics.

Admission. 301/797-4000. www.marylandsymphony.org. & 23 Commemoration of 150th Anniversary of The Preliminary Emancipation Proclamation, Antietam National Battlefield, Sharpsburg, MD. Commemoration weekend will include speakers, youth activities, and programs. 301/432-5124. www.nps.gov/anti.

Horse Hunter/Jumper Clinic, Washington County Agricultural Center, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. 240/420-1714.

Wings & Wheels Expo 2012, Hagerstown Regional Airport Terminal, 18434 Showalter Rd., Hagerstown. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. See antique and modern aircraft, warbirds, jets, cars, trucks, motorcycles, tractors, military vehicles, living history, industry exhibits, airplane rides, vendors, food, prizes and job opportunities. 301/733-8717. www.wingsandwheelsexpo.com.

Mighty Mo Reunion & Car Show, Antietam Gallery, 17320 Shepherdstown Pike, Sharpsburg, MD. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dine from the original Hot Shoppe menu. Car show both days, Elvis Sat., and rock-a-billy Sun. 301/432-5868. www.antietamgallery.net.

Fall Farm Fun Festival, Marker-Miller Orchards, 3035 Cedar Creek Grade, Winchester. Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Pick your own apples, scenic wagon rides, cow train for kids, music and more. 540/662-1980.

Apple Harvest Arts and Crafts Festival, Jim Barnett Park, 1001 E. Cork St., Winchester. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Arts and crafts, ethnic foods, Virginia State Apple Butter Making Championship, regional apple pie baking contest, Ole Tyme Apple Growers

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540/542-1326. & October 6 Parent’s Night Out, Clarke Co. Parks & Rec., 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 5:30-9 p.m. for ages 3-12. Children enjoy fun, popcorn and games while parents have a night out. Emergency forms must be completed prior to enrollment. $15, child; $10 per child when 2 or more children from same family attend. 540/955-5140. www.clarkecounty.gov/parks.

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Pumpkin patch, hayrides, slides, pig races, farm animals, corn maze, country stores and more. $6.50 per person weekdays, $10 per person weekends, free for ages 2 & under.

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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.

Antietam Kayak & Brunch Tour, Sharpsburg, MD. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Paddle down Antietam Creek and pass under several stone arch bridges, including Burnside Bridge on Antietam Battlefield. Qualified instructor will give historical interpretation at this site.

301/695-5177. www.rivertrail.com.

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.

Book Signing and Presentation, Antietam National Battlefield, Visitor Center, Sharpsburg, MD. 2 p.m. John Schildt, local author of “Maryland at Antietam,” will speak on the Maryland troops at the Battle of Antietam.

301/432-5124.

“Art from the Heart,” Chambersburg Country Club, 3646 Scotland Rd., Chambersburg. 2-6 p.m. Arts benefit auction held by Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding. Music and refreshments. $10. 717/263-0443. www.horseridingtherapy.org.

Civil War Lecture by Thomas Craughwell, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle.

2:30 p.m. Author of “The Greatest Brigade: How the Irish Brigade Cleared the Way to Victory in the American Civil War.” Program offered in coordination with the Valley of the Shadow Civil War exhibit. www.wcmfa.org.

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manners. Ages 5-8. $65. 301/6002936. www.recreater.com.

“Back to the Future,” The Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 7:30 p.m.

Classic 1985 film. Admission.

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Neil Berg’s 100 Years of Broadway, Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg. 8 p.m.

New York’s Broadway comes to our local community. $15-$35. 717/2630202. www.thecapitoltheatre.org.

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Civil War Seminar and Tour, Chambersburg. “The Battles of South Mountain: Sept. 14, 1862,” with historians Ed Bearss, John Hoptak, Ted Alexsander, Tom Clemens and others.

Talks and panel discussions, with tour of sites not usually open to general public. 717/264-7101. www.chambersburgcivil warseminars.org.

19th Annual Oktoberfest, Lovettsville, VA. Celebrate Lovettsville’s German heritage. Music, food, crafts, entertainment and more. www.lovettsvilleva.gov.

Fall Mountain Heritage Arts and Crafts Festival, Sam Michaels Park, Job Corps Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Juried artists and craftspersons, wine tasting, children’s activities, food, blue grass music and more. $7, adults; $4, ages 6-17.

304/725-2055 or 800/624-0577. www.Jeffersoncountywvchamber.org.

Union Artillery and Confederate Infantry at Antietam, Antietam National Battlefield, Sharpsburg, MD. Living history volunteers portraying Battery B, 4th U.S. Artillery will give demonstration of loading and firing the cannons.

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33rd Annual Mercersburg Townfest, downtown Mercersburg, PA. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Crafters, artisans, culinary and local vendors, entertainment, and children’s activities.

717/328-5827. www.mercersburgtownfest.com.

Arc Walk-a-Thon, Loudoun Street Walking Mall, Winchester, VA. 9:30 a.m.

Arc of Northern Shenandoah Valley.

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Princess Tea Party, Ballenger Community Building, 5420 Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick. 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Learn the finer points of hosting a tea party. Ages 5-8. $40. 301/600-2936. www.Recreater.com.

Bark In The Park, Jonathan Hager House, 110 Key St., Hagerstown (MD) City Park. 10 a.m. registration. Fun day for pets and owners. Games, demonstrations, vendors and “My Dog’s Got Talent” contest. 301/7332060, x239. www.hswcmd.org.

National Public Lands Day, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Stewardship Project and Volunteer Event. Acorn collection. 540/5923556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Art at The Point and Music Festival, 3729 Clay Street/Rt. 28, Point of Rocks, MD. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Open air art and music festival with artists on site and traditional music all day. 301/676-6139.

Fall Campfire, Fountain Rock Park and Nature Center, 8511 Nature Center Place, Walkersville, MD. 7:30-9 p.m.

The whole family is invited to join us at the fire ring for old-fashioned fun. Bring lawn chair or blanket to sit on and marshmallows to roast if desired. $4.

301/600-2936. www.recreater.com. & 30 Smithsburg Steam & Craft Show, Smithsburg Fire Hall grounds, Smithsburg, MD. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Antique tractors and farm equipment, flea market, food and craft vendors. Parade on Sat. at 5 p.m.

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Canal Apple Festival, Widmeyer Park, Hancock, MD. Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 12 noon-5 p.m. Arts, crafts, contests, food, parade, live entertainment and more. 301/678-6555 or 301/573-1927.

Oktoberfest, Frederick Fairgrounds, 797 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Family-friendly event with dancing, music, Oktoberfest bier, bratwurst, children’s area, pumpkin decorating, face painting, and much more. $5.

Ages 2 and younger admitted free.

240/285-2012. www.frederickoktoberfest.com. & October 27 Full Moon Walk, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. Sept. 29, 6-7:30 p.m.; Oct. 27, 5:30-7 p.m. Meet at the Visitor Center. Moderate 1.5-mile hike up the Piedmont Overlook Trail. 540/5923556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

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Admission. 301/845-8099.

Confederate Artillery and Infantry at Antietam, Antietam National Battlefield, Sharpsburg, MD. Living history volunteers portraying Parker’s Battery. The Confederate Military Forces will demonstrate the loading and firing of cannons and muskets. 301/432-5124.

Great Pumpkin Race at Summers Farm, Summers Farm, 5614 Butterfly Lane, Frederick. 5K cross country race/walk to benefit St. Jude Children’s Hospital. $20, adult; $10, preregistered students.

301/620-9316.

8th Annual Festival Latino De Frederick, Frederick Community College, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick. 12 noon-5 p.m. Music, dance, karaoke contest, free pony rides, children’s activities, giveaways, soccer tournament, food, crafts and more.

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Lane, Boyce, VA. 7-8:30 p.m. Meet at Blandy Explore Blandy under the full moon. $8, FOSA members; $10, nonmembers; $20, whole family.

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“Angelina Ballerina: The Musical,” Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg. 10 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Family-friendly show the entire family will love. Based on the CG-animated series. $7-$15. Child Guide is pleased to be one of the sponsors for this event. See giveaways on page 4 for a chance to win tickets. 717/263-0202. www.thecapitoltheatre.org. & 17 “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.

“Miss Spider’s Tea Party,” Fountain Rock Park and Nature Center, 8511 Nature Center Place, Walkersville, MD. 10-11:15 a.m. Learn about the wonders of spiders, meet the resident tarantula and have a spider-themed tea party. Ages 3-5. $10.

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

First Friday Chambersburg, downtown Chambersburg. 5-8 p.m. “Fall Fun.” Annual event with artists, kids activities, in-store specials & samples, music, and more. 717/261-0072. www.chambersburgfirstfriday.com. , 6 & 7 Sugarloaf Craft Festival, Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Timonium, MD.

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Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Handcrafted sculpture, glass, jewelry, fashion, wood, metal, furniture, home accessories, photography and fine art. Family-friendly weekend also includes live music, children’s entertainment and gourmet goodies.

Admission. 800/210-9900. www.sugarloafcrafts.com.

Valley Rally Bicycle Ride, Clearbrook Park, Clear Brook, VA. Bike ride to benefit Boy Scouts of America. www.valleyrallybikeride.com.

St. Jude Trail Ride, Washington County Agricultural Center, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. 240/420-1714.

Harvest Hoedown, Byron Memorial Park, Williamsport, MD. Food, silent auction, vendors, raffles, children’s activities, music and more.

301/223-8887. www.williamsportmd.gov.

Special Race for a Special Space, Sam Michaels Park, Job Corp Rd., Shenandoah Junction, WV. 7:30 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. 5K/Walk begins. 5K run and walk designed to benefit children enrolled at A Special Space Center located in Charles Town, WV. Event hopes to contribute to and raise awareness of children with autism spectrum disorders and other special needs. 240/439-0171. www.aspecialspace.org.

Waynesboro’s 8th Annual Market Day, downtown Waynesboro, PA. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Crafts, food, entertainment and more. 717/762-0397.

Audubon Bird Walk, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 10 a.m.-12 noon. Meet in main parking lot near Visitor Center.

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

International Children’s Festival, Jim Barnett Park, 1001 E. Cork St., Winchester. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Educational country exhibits, international food court and cultural entertainers. Free admission. 540/6624946. www.winchesterva.gov/icf.

“Civil War Trains,” Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 11 a.m. Alan Hedges.

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

Mr. Lincoln Returns to Harpers Ferry, Harpers Ferry National Park, Harpers Ferry, WV. 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. Jim Getty protrays Abraham Lincoln. www.nps.gov/hafe.

Worldwide Day of Play, C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 2 p.m. All ages (with adult) can try a mini obstacle course, build a tower with LEGO bricks, or create something cool.

301/600-1629. www.fcpl.org.

Creative Outlet, Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. 3-5 p.m. “Europe – Haunted Castles.” Art activities for all ages. $1 per activity. 301/698-0656.

Chili Cook-off, downtown Martinsburg. 3-8 p.m.

304/262-4200. www.mainstreetmartinsburg.com.

First Saturday–Into the Night, Frederick. 5-9 p.m.

Frederick celebrates a spooky Saturday. 301/6988118. www.downtownfrederick.org. & 7 39th Annual Apple Butter Festival, Berkeley Springs State Park and throughout town, Berkeley Springs, WV. Entertainment, band concerts,

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Fort Frederick in the Civil War, Fort Frederick State Park, 11100 Fort Frederick Rd., Big Pool, MD. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. American Civil War living history demonstrations and tactics demonstrations.

301/842-2155.

Fall Festival, Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 12 noon-4 p.m. Children’s old-fashioned toys, games, hands-on crafts, blacksmith, tractor pull, cake auction, hayrides, farm exhibits, demonstrations, animals, music, food and crafts. $1 parking and fees for food and hayride. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com.

Railroad Days, downtown Brunswick, MD. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Entertainment, children’s activities, model trial displays, excursion train rides, food, arts & crafts, photography contest and more. 301/834-7500. www.brunswickmd.gov.

South Mountain Creamery Fall Festival, 8305 Bolivar Rd., Middletown, MD. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Ice cream and butter making demonstrations, hayrides, petting zoo, tours, local vendors, and South Mountain Creamery and vendor samples. 301/371-8565. www.southmountaincreamery.com.

43rd Annual Page County Heritage Festival, Page County Fairgrounds, Luray, VA. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Hundreds of crafters with all-day demonstrations of spinning, crochet, apple-butter boiling, oil painting, basket making, wheel thrown pottery, blacksmiths, and more. Food and fun for the whole family. $3, adults; $1, children. http://pagecountyheritage.com.

Mt. Airy Fall Festival, Main St., Mt. Airy, MD. Oldfashioned street festival. Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 301/829-2112. www.mtairyfestivals.com. , 13, 20 & 27 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. & 20 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.

Mommy and Me Cooking, Ballenger Community Building, MD. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Have fun learning the basics of cooking and eating what you make.

Ages 4-7 and Mom. $50. 301/600-2936. www.Recreater.com.

Bowman Memorial Recital, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. 2:30 p.m. Dr. Francois Folwer on classical guitar. Ticketed event.

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

Red Cross Babysitter Training, Clark County Parks & Recreation, 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Ages 11-15. $80.

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Learn to make your own tessellations.

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540/722-2020. www.discoverymuseum.net. & 22 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. $3. Adults must be accompanied by a child.

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4-wk fun-filled, interactive class about manners. Ages 5-8. $65. 301/6002936. www.recreater.com. to 14 TotSwap Children’s and maternity consignment sale, Frederick Fairgrounds, 797 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Wed., drop-off; Thurs., pre-sale event; Fri., public sale 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., public sale 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., public sale 10 a.m.-4 p.m. www.totswap.net.

“If You Give a Mouse a Cookie & Other Story Books,” The Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 10 a.m. & 12:15 p.m. Eight stories come to life performed by Theatreworks USA. Admission. 301/600-2828. www.weinbergcenter.org.

Museum Open House for Homeschoolers, Museum of Frederick County History, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. 1-4 p.m. Homeschool students and their families can explore county history through tours and hands-on activities about “Legendary Frederick County Citizens.” Free.

301/663-1188, x105. www.hsfcinfo.org. to 14 Jack Russell Terrier National Trials, Washington County Agricultural Center, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. 240/420-1714.

Friday Morning Movies at the Library, C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick.

10:30 a.m. All ages (with adult). “I Spy: Mumble Monster Mystery.” 301/6001629. www.fcpl.org. , 13 & 14 Shenandoah Valley Wine & Music Festival, 830 Long Branch Lane, Millwood, VA. Fri., 4-8 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Arts & crafts, wine, music, pumpkin chunking, kite flying, and races. 877/868-1811. www.historiclongbranch.com.

Community yard sale, Fairgrounds Park, 351 N. Cleveland Ave., Hagerstown. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. 301/739-8577. www.hagerstownmd.org.

42nd Annual Festival of Leaves, Chester & Main Streets, Front Royal,

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Martinsburg. Agricultural tours, parade, Friday Night in the Square, pancake breakfast, 5K, car show, grand ball, arts & crafts, antique vehicles, kids korner and more. 304/263-2500. www.msahf.com.

Arc Halloween Party, Arc of Northern Shenandoah Valley, 119 Youth Development Court, Winchester. 540/665-0461.

Home School Days, Fountain Rock Park and Nature Center, 8511 Nature Center Place, Walkersville, MD. 1-2:30 p.m. Experienced naturalists enrich your child’s study. “Explosive Earth.”

Ages 5-12. $5. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com.

Meet Clifford and watch a Clifford movie, C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 2:30 p.m. For ages 2-5, with adult. Meet Clifford, then enjoy “Clifford the Big Red Dog: Best Buddies.” 301/600-1629. www.fcpl.org. , 20 & 26 Haunted Hager House tours, The Jonathan Hager House and Museum, 110 Key St., Hagerstown. Ghost stories and paranormal activities. 301/7398577, x180. www.hagerhouse.org.

Chambersburg Apple Fest, Main St. & Lincoln Way, Chambersburg. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Arts, crafts, food, entertainment, applerelated products & services, contests and more. 717/263-8529. www.chambersburg.biz.

“Mystery Goo,” Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown.

11 a.m. Science Saturday with Mary Licht and Pat Beard. Limit 16 reservations for students in grades 3, 4 & 5. 301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org.

Pumpkin Fest, Renfrew Museum and Park, 1010 E. Main St., Waynesboro.

11 a.m.-4 p.m. Family fun, food and entertainment. Admission fee.

717/762-4723. www.renfrewmuseum.org.

Colonial Cooking, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 12 noon-3 p.m. Drop in to the Log Cabin and visit with costumed interpreters as they cook up colonial treats. 540/592-3556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Master Magicians Clive and Tracy, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. 3 p.m. Magic show.

Admission. 301/790-3500, x100. www.mdtheatre.org.

Ghost Walk, Fort Frederick State Park, 11100 Fort Frederick Rd., Big Pool, MD. 7 p.m. Take a walk through the haunted forest, fort and barracks.

Service fee. 301/842-2155. & 21 Family Festival at the Farm, farms throughout Frederick County, MD. Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 12 noon-4 p.m. Rain dates: Oct. 27 & 28. Visit Frederick County farms on this self-guided adventure.

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VA. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Warren Heritage Society’s annual fundraiser. Arts & crafts, music, tours of historic homes, living history demonstrations, food and more. 540/636-1446.

Harvest Hoedown, Fairgrounds Park, 400 N. Mulberry St., Hagerstown, MD. 1-4 p.m. Family-friendly event featuring hay rides, barrel rides and pumpkin painting. 301/739-8577, x116.

“Titanic Third Class Cabin Journey,” Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 2 p.m.

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

Ronnie Bowman and No One You Know, Berryville Bluegrass Series, Williams Community Auditorium, 110 Lincoln Ave., Berryville, VA. 7 p.m.

Ongoing series to raise funds for Clarke County High School athletes. Advance tickets, $22; tickets at the door, $25; $120/season tickets. 540/837-2187. www.berrybluegrass.com.

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, The Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 8 p.m.

Admission. 301/600-2828. www.weinbergcenter.org. www.bsomusic.org. & 14 Ivy Hill Farm Festival, Ivy Hill Farm, 13840 Smithsburg Pike, Smithsburg, MD. Fresh apple cider and copper kettle apple butter, craft vendors, free magic show, sheep shearing demonstration, food and more. www.ivy-hill-farm.com.

Sabillasville Mountainfest, Sabillasville Elementary School grounds, Rt. 550, six miles north of Thurmont, MD. Sat., 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Lots of good food, crafts, bake sales, antiques and music.

Huge car show Sun., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

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ArborFest, State Arboretum of Virginia, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Fall festival, plant sale, guided Arboretum walks, bird walks, hayrides and scarecrow making and nature walks for kids.

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Maryland Pumpkin Festival, Summers Farm, 5614 Butterfly Lane, Frederick. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Special weekend celebrating all things pumpkin. Pumpkin patch, pumpkin egg hunt, pumpkin donuts, pie and donut eating contests, seed spitting contest, face painting, live music and more.

301/620-9316. www.summersfarm.com.

The Great Pumpkin Patch, Old National Pike District Park, 12406 Old National Pike, Mt. Airy, MD. 12 noon-5 p.m. Hay ride, moon bounces, face painting, petting zoo, pony rides, pumpkin decorating, Trick or Treat Trail to meet-n-greet favorite cartoon, superhero or movie characters and more. $5 per person per day.

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

Maryland Symphony Orchestra, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 3 p.m.

MasterWorks concert. 301/797-4000. www.marylandsymphony.org. & 27 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.

“Colors of Fall,” Cunningham Falls State Park, 14039 Catoctin Hollow Rd., Thurmont, MD. 5-6:30 p.m.

Evening paddle on Big Hunting Creek Lake. Meet at the boat dock facility near the South Beach swimming area.

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at 6:15 p.m. Dress in costume and march down Main St. Treats for children will be handed out to kids after the parade at the fire dept. 301/371-6171. , November 1, 8 & 15 Manners Can Be Fun, Middletown Rec Center, 403 Franklin St., Middletown, MD. 4-5 p.m. 4-wk fun-filled, interactive class about manners. Ages 5-8. $65.

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

The Park at Dark, Doub’s Woods Park, Hagerstown. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Moonbounces, prizes, games, scary stories, hayrides, spooky graveyard, goodie bags, costume contest and more. $5, ages 2-11; $1, ages 12 and up. Everyone 2 and up must have a ticket. Tickets limited, register early.

240/313-2805.

City Center Ghost Tours, Hagerstown. 7 p.m. Take a walking tour or hayride throug historic Hagerstown’s City Center and learn about hauntings along the way. Reservations required.

301/739-8577, x183. www.hagerstownmd.org. & 27 Ghosts of Mount Bleak Evening House Tour, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. 7-9 p.m.

Journey by lantern light through Mount Bleak House and immerse yourself in ghastly sights and sounds of Mount Bleak Farm during the Civil War. 540/5923556. www.virginiastateparks.gov.

Pumpkin Art Appreciation Day, Hagerstown (MD) City Farmer’s Market, 25 W. Church St. First 150 children to Market will receive a free pumpkin. Pumpkin decorating in Market Alley & other pumpkin activities. Trick-or-treating 9-11 a.m.

301/739-8577, x183. www.hagerstownmarket.org.

Halloween Hike, Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 1011:30 a.m. Wear your costume, learn about animals and take a hike. All ages. $10. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com.

John Butler and the War of 1812, Harpers Ferry National Park, Harpers Ferry, WV. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Learn about African Americans in the War of 1812, especially Harpers Ferry resident and free American, John Butler. www.nps.gov/hafe.

“Goods from the Hearth,” Roger Brooke Taney House, 123 S. Bentz St., Frederick, MD. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Experience the sights and aromas of the harvest bounty as you explore early 19th century methods of food preparation and preservation. 301/663-1188.

“Fall Butterflies,” Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 2 p.m. Dave Kaplan, “Mr. Butterfly.” 301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org.

Zombie Invasion 5K Adventure Run, Fitness Trail, Clarke County Parks & Recreation, 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 1:30-2:45 p.m., registration; 3-4 p.m., Pre-Halloween event; dusk, race. Register as a runner, zombie chaser, zombie walker or zombie creeper. Must be 10 or older. Scary event. Race fee.

540/955-5140. www.clarkecounty.gov/parks.

Bones, Fountain Rock Park and Nature Center, 8511 Nature Center Place, Walkersville, MD. 2-3:15 p.m.

Hands-on program with Dr. Wayne Leadbetter. Ages 610. $10. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com.

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Zachary was an entry in Child Guide’s 2012 Cover Kids Contest.

October cont. from page 49 Oktoberfest at Schifferstadt, Schifferstadt Architectural Museum, 1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 12 noon-5 p.m.

German cultural activities, arts & crafts, oompah band, children’s activities, living history demonstrations and more. 301/668-6088. www.frederickcountylandmarksfoundation.org.

Fall Color Hike, Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 12:30 p.m. Take a beautiful walk along Catoctin Creek. $10. 301/600-2936. 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.

Baltimore Mandolin Orchestra Concert, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. 3 p.m. “A Life for Alli.” Proceeds benefit Alli Rogers, fighting Lymphangiomatosis. 301/790-3500, x100. www.mdtheatre.org.

175th Anniversary of the Rohrersville Cornet Band, Rohrersville Band Hall, Main St., Rohrersville, MD. 3 p.m. Concert. 301/790-2580. www.angelfire.com.

Fall Festival for Preschoolers, Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 10-11:15 a.m. Play games, sing songs, take a hike, make a craft and learn about the Fall season. Ages 3-5. Free. 301/6002936. www.recreater.com.

Color Characters Parade, C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick.

10:30 a.m. Dress as your favorite character and join us in a parade through the library. Craft to follow.

Ages 3-5, with adult. 301/600-1630. www.fcpl.org.

Middletown Annual Halloween Parade, downtown Middletown, MD. Costume judging will be held at the tennis courts at 5:45 p.m. Parade begins

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Dunker Church Event at Antietam National Battlefield, Sharpsburg, MD. 2:30 p.m. Join a ranger for a discussion of the Dunker Church during this special time to commemorate the transfer of the building to the park from the Washington County Historical Society. 301/432-5124. www.nps.gov/anti.

Enchanted Pumpkin Patch, Clarke County Parks & Recreation, 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 3-5 p.m. Play area and party to get children excited about Halloween. Halloween themed activities, games, prizes, music, candy and decorations. Children encouraged to wear a costume. Ages 3-10. $5.

540/955-5140. www.clarkecounty.gov/parks.

Mummers Day Parade 2 Mile Spooky Sprint, race from Hagerstown Fairground Park on 351 N. Cleveland Ave. and finish at Bester Elementary School on Memorial Blvd. in Hagerstown. 5 p.m. Course closed to traffic from 4:45 p.m. until end of race.

Registration/packet pick up 3:45-4:45 p.m. Costumes encouraged. T-shirts to first 200 registrants and award ceremony at 6 p.m. $20, registration fee before Oct. 25; $25, registration fee after Oct. 25.

240/313-2808.

Alsatia Mummers Parade, Hagerstown. 6 p.m.

Longtime fall traditional parade features local floats, bands and individual costumed mummers. 301/7392044. www.alsatiaclubinc.com.

Walkersville Southern Railroad Ghost Train, Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville, MD. 7 & 8:30 p.m. A “spooktacular” night ride. Cider and cookies after your ride. $8-$12. 301/898-0899.

Halloween Campfire, Fountain Rock Park and Nature Center, 8511 Nature Center Place, Walkersville, MD. 7:30-9 p.m. The whole family will enjoy Halloween tales around the campfire. $4. Children under age 3 are free. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com.

Annual Fall Festival/Halloween Bash, Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks, MD. 6 p.m. Join family and friends to celebrate autumn with stories, songs, games, prizes and food.

Come in costume, but no scary costumes, please. All ages, with adult. 301/874-4560. www.fcpl.org.

Halloween Party and Parade, Middletown Branch, 101 Prospect St., Middletown, MD. 11 a.m. Morning of UN-scary Halloween fun. Wear your costume and show it off while we share stories, songs, a craft and candy. Ages 2-5, with adult.

301/600-1629. www.fcpl.org.

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Premium Outlets Trick or Treat, Hagerstown (MD) Premium Outlets. 5-7 p.m. All ghosts and goblins are invited to show off their costumes. 301/790-0300. www.premiumoutlets.comm/hagerstown.

Moonlight Festival, Town Center, Williamsport, MD. 6-8 p.m. Fun for little ghosts and goblins. 301/2237711. www.willliamsportmd.gov.

“Ghostbusters,” The Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 8 p.m. Classic 1984 film.

Admission. 301/600-2828. www.weinbergcenter.org.

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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS 1-2-3 Just PLAY With Me. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 9 A Special Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 11 Amber Hill Physical Therapy and Pediatric Therapy Services. . . . SN 19 The Banner School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Bella Bambino Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Bethany Christian Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Building Blocks Child Development Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 12 Capital Women’s Care/Frederick OB/GYN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 The Capitol Theatre – Angelina Ballerina, The Musical. . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Carol Custer, LLC, Tutor/Advocate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 18 Cluggy’s Family Amusements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Dr. Tod R. Davis, Developmental Optometry and Vision Therapy Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 16 Discovery Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Educare Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Ellsworth Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Frederick Pediatric Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN17 Frederick & Washington Co. WIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Inwood Performing Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 The Light of the Child Montessori School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 MedExpress Urgent Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Modern Woodmen, Rick Bibbee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Monkey Joe’s – Winchester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 13 Monocacy Neurodevelopmental Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 7 Morgan Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 One Two Kangaroo Toy Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover

Jeffrey Pearlman, D.D.S. & Melanie Newman, D.D.S, Children’s Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 The Pediatric Center of Frederick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Pediatric Dental Center of Frederick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover PIckin’ in the Panhandle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Pottery By Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Providing Relief for Autistic Youth Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 6 Rings of Life Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 St. John Regional Catholic School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 St. Thomas More Academy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Shepherdstown Montessori Academy, Inc. . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover Shepherdstown School of Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover Star Community, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 15 Thirty-One Gifts, Lizzy Fontaine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 TotSwap Consignment Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Trinity School of Frederick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Twooth Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 12 Urban Pirates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Victoria Chart Company. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Virginia Dept. of Health, Office of Family Health Services . . . . . . . . . 14 Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 3 Walnut Street Dental Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Wear It Again, Kid! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 West Virginia Birth to Three . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SN 5 WVU Women’s Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Back Cover

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