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Family Activities Calendar

Find something fun to do with your kids every day this month!

Decorate on a Dime

Budget-friendly ways to redecorate your home

camp 12 Choosing the Perfect Camp 14 Camp Directory 22 At-a-Glance Camp Guide

Rooming with Baby

Sharing your room with your infant has more benefits than convenient nighttime feedings.

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6 Editor’s Note 8 New Places, New Programs 10 5 Tips for the Early Years 40 Rooming with Baby 42 Conversations to Have with Your Teen About Dating 44 Education Directory, Preschools-at-a-Glance 46 Party Central 48 Professional Services 50 Meet the Health Care Professional 52 Open Houses 53 Advertiser’s Index 54 Keeping Memories Alive

25 Family Activities Calendar

36 Could You Lose Your Coverage? 38 Decorate on a Dime

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raising kids editor’s note MARCH 2019 • Vol.10 • No.10

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Happy Campers Await

ith spring on the horizon and thoughts of warmer weather ahead, all we can think about is summer camp. And we’re here to ensure you find the perfect one for your child—for this summer and many summers to come! Living in Nassau County has its pros and cons. Pros: There’s a ton to do with your kids on any given day and lots of options for great health care providers, camps, after-school activities, and more. Cons? There are a lot of great options. So, we turned to the experts on camps, and got the six best tips for choosing the perfect camp for your children. If your list of potential summer camps is longer than your weekend to-do list, you’ll want to turn to pg. 12 for advice from local camp directors—after all, we’re here to help you make the best decisions for your children. If you’re just starting the camp-planning process, we have lots of resources for you, too. Turn to pg. 14 for day, sleepaway, and specialty camp descriptions, and then check out the side-by-side camp comparison chart on pg. 22. And if you’d like more help in planning your child’s perfect summer, check out our inaugural issue of The Camp Planner by Long Island Parent at nymetroparents.com/campguide/longisland. It’s a free digital download, full of camp planning advice, even more camp descriptions, open house listings, and more! While we do love camp, we have more than just camp advice in this issue. You can find budget-friendly decorating tips on pg. 38, read about the benefits of sharing your room with your infant (pg. 40), discover reasons why an insurance company may decide to cancel your policy on pg. 36, and get advice on the various conversations to have with your teen when he or she starts dating (pg. 42). Of course, we’re also all about things to do with your kids on any given day of the week, so be sure to check out our calendar chock-full of fun events (pg. 25)— and remember to sign up for our weekly newsletter of the best weekend activities at nymetroparents.com/register. Wishing you a successful camp planning season! Katelin Walling Editorial Director Helping Parents Make Better Decisions

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Courtesy St. Dominic Elementary and

Who: St. Dominic Elementary and Middle School What’s New: Imaginarium, a space for students to use as part of the school’s STEM program, which opened for middle school students in September 2018 and is slated to open to elementary school students later this year. Activities in the Imaginarium reinforce lessons from the traditional classroom in a way that students can work with one another to identify problems and use their imaginations to develop and test solutions. For example, students may learn about energy and force and then design and conduct their own experiments with ramps of different lengths and angles and toy cars. The space can be customized for various ages and projects. Want More Info: 34 School St., Oyster Bay; 516-922-4233; stdombsob.com

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The Imaginarium at St. Dominic’s will become a place where any teacher can sign out the room for any grade level and use it for any program to foster the imaginations of their students.

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Who: Hofstra Saturday Classes for Young People What’s New: Internet of Things class, for seventh to 12th grades, is slated to return March 2 with a weather activity and multicolored light programming. The eight-session class will run through May 18 and is structured through discussions and exercises that become part of the larger project. This semester’s final project will be to build a weather station, where an app will sound an alarm if the weather is ideal for your favorite activity. Additionally, students will rig multicolored lights, allowing them to program switches to control the lights from a website. They will also learn basic electronics, circuits, resistance, and power. Want More Info: 101 Oak St., Uniondale; ce.hofstra.edu/youth; 516-463-7400

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Who: The Waldorf School of Garden City What’s New: Parent and Child Program, slated to begin the week of March 18. The classes are designed for kids ages 1-2 and will be available Monday-Saturday. Classes will typically consist of activities such as baking, free play, snack time, circle time with songs, games, movement activities, and outdoor play. Meanwhile, parents can partake in discussions on various topics, such as discipline and learning about the Waldorf approach. Weekday classes will be held from 9-11am or 11am-1pm, and weekend classes will be from 9:30-11:30am. Want More Info: 225 Cambridge Ave., Garden City; 516-742-3434; waldorfgarden.org

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5 Tips for the Early Years ›› By Melissa Wickes

s a parent of a young child, it can be overwhelming and difficult to find tangible actions from parenting resources that will contribute to a healthy upbringing for your kid. It’s helpful to know the specific steps you can take to teach your child what is right and wrong—and ensure she feels safe and confident. Christine Martin, author of You’ve Got This! Keys to Effective Parenting for the Early Years, shares some tips to help navigate this confusing but crucial time in your child’s development.

Set aside uninterrupted bonding time. As soon as your child is born, she is searching for a secure attachment that will allow her to confidently and safely explore new things, according to Martin. More time spent with your child at this age will foster positive self-esteem, social-emotional development, and academic success. By dedicating 100-percent of your attention to your child, you are giving her the confidence she needs to grow and develop healthily. Decide what you liked (and didn’t like) about your upbringing. Often, parents copy the way they were parented without taking a closer look and determining if that really worked for them. Examine the parenting styles you were exposed to as a child, Martin suggests. Think about how you can do better and how you can do just as great, but don’t mimic without thinking about what you’re doing and if you really believe in it. Make routines and stick to them. Once your child begins school, he will be in a daily routine for the rest of his school years. Teach him how to deal with everyday tasks and teach him responsibility

as soon as possible. Take photographs of him in every part of his bedtime routine, and then hang them up in the bathroom as a fun way to help him remember what he needs to do before bed. Encourage positive behaviors, no matter how small. Instead of focusing on how to discipline your child after she’s gotten in trouble, Martin suggests focusing on the tangible ways you can teach your child to minimize and overcome these behaviors. If your daughter shares her toy with her little brother, make sure you praise her, so she knows these sorts of actions get positive attention. Talk to your child about feelings. Teach your child the words for different feelings, so he knows how to express his emotions. Give him concrete alternatives to a situation if he isn’t getting what he wants. If he wants to play with the truck his sister is playing with, he can play with another toy, he can ask to take turns, or you can give him a timer and teach him to negotiate with his sister that it will be his turn once the timer goes off.

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Choosing the Perfect Camp Narrow your list of potential summer camps with these helpful tips.

ne of the big advantages of raising a family in the New York metro area is the sheer volume of things to do and places to go. That’s true for camp, too: There are hundreds of nearby day and sleepaway camps available for your child to attend. It’s a perk—but can also make determining the just-right spot for your child to spend the summer a bit overwhelming. How can you narrow your list, and choose the perfect summer camp? Internet reviews and browsing camp websites can help, but so too can talking to your child, considering the logistics involved, and touring the actual destinations. Here’s how to get started.

Know What You—and Your Child—Want

The first step: Consult with your child. After all, this is her summer! “The child’s opinion has to be respected,” says Terence Ryan, director at Hofstra Summer Camps in Uniondale. Begin your conversation with a simple question: “[Ask your child] to imagine what a great summer camp would look like for them,” recommends Bobbie Finkelstein, director of after-school and day camp at Congregation Beth Elohim in Brooklyn. Think about your child’s preferences—does he enjoy time indoors or outdoors, is he sedentary or active, and does he like large or small groups, says Cheryl Anstett, director and owner of Ann & Andy Child Care Center in Elmsford. And, consider what you want your child to gain from the summer, says Lauren Wexler, director of camp programs at the 92nd Street Y in Manhattan. Whether it’s becoming a better swimmer, making neighborhood friends, or increasing STEM skills, think about how the camp can help support that 12

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By Madeleine Burry

goal. Additionally, think about the other characteristics, such as size, facilities, mix of activities, and so on, when initially reviewing options.

Look into the Camp’s Accreditation and Safety

Safety is one of the first features for parents to consider, says Howard Seidman, camp director at Hillcrest Jewish Day Camp in Queens. Todd Roth, owner and director of Deerkill Day Camp in Suffern, recommends confirming that prospective camps are accredited by the American Camp Association. “It’s a seal of approval, and not always easily attainable,” he says. With this accreditation comes an assurance that the camp meets hundreds of sensible and important health and safety standards. If you opt to only have your child attend an ACA-accredited camp, you’ll significantly reduce your list of options. “[With ACA accreditation] you can be assured that your child will be going to one of the top-notch camps in the country,” says Susie Lupert, executive director of the American Camp Association, New York and New Jersey.

Keep Your Budget in Mind

Here’s another quick way to eliminate a number of camps from the list: Figure out what you can afford, and then remove the camps with rates above that amount. “Budget is a big consideration,” Roth says. Find out the total price, he recommends, as well as what’s included, such as transportation, meals, etc. “A lot of those little pieces can add up, so when you’re looking at your budget, you want to look at the total all-in costs,” he says.

And Don’t Forget About Day-to-Day Logistics

For parents, the logistics of camp can throw a wrench into routine. Think about the location of pick-up and drop-off, and how it’ll fit into your day-to-day schedule, Wexler recommends. Ask about whether the camp has ﬂexibility if you want to take a family trip or go on a vacation for a week of the summer, Roth says. Some camps will let you cancel a few days or a week, Wexler notes, while others do not have that ﬂexibility.

Do Your Research

You might be surprised about how much information you can gain from the camp’s website, from the logistical details to the overall vibe of the camp. “We always tell parents look at your values and try to discern whether the camp reﬂects those values,” Roth says. Spend some time browsing through websites—and involve your child, too. Same goes for when you visit camp fairs, Wexler says. Let your child ask questions and get a sense for the camp from the booths, brochures, and websites. Some things to pay attention to as you browse through websites and stop by booths at the camp fair are: • Interactions with the staff: If you’re at the fair, pay attention to how you feel during conversations with the camp representatives. “The crux of what makes a camp great is the staff,” Seidman says. • Facilities and activities: Is there a good mix? Joe Siegel, executive camp director at Sportime on Long Island, recommends asking what a typical day is like. Ideally, he says, you’ll want a variety of active time (swimming, sports, etc.) along with some downtime to balance your child’s day. Again, keep in mind your kid’s personality. If he’s an introvert, for instance, seek out a camp that’ll fit with that trait. • Counselor-to-camper ratio: This is another big factor to keep in mind, Siegel says, especially if the camp is instructional.

There’s a big difference between a 30-to-1 camper-to-counselor ratio and an 8-to-1 ratio in terms of attention.

Call or Visit the Camps on Your Shortlist

Most directors recommend visiting your two or three finalist camps. While a website is a nice intro, there’s no substitute for looking at the camp with your own eyes, Ryan says, especially since you’re investing a lot of money, and a significant amount of your child’s time, in the experience. If you do a tour, make sure to bring your child along, Seidman says. “Your child is going to be spending time here, not you,” he notes. During your tour, you’ll want to see if the camp seems clean and well maintained, and if the facilities look modern, Anstett says. Calling the camp director is your next best option if a visit isn’t feasible. “Ask to speak to the person in charge—any really good camp director will be thrilled to take that phone call,” Lupert says. If you don’t feel comfortable talking to the director or feel like they’re not giving you sufficient time on the phone, that’s a bad sign. During conversations (or visits) try to dig into factors that may not be mentioned on the website. For instance, ask how much attention the camp gives to developmental levels when planning activities, Finkelstein says. You can also ask how the camp encourages friendship-building (and how it responds to bullying or other bad behavior). One more tip: Try to get a sense if the camp can grow with your child. Ask about the camp’s retention rate, and what’s available for kids a few years ahead of your child’s age. “You don’t want to be taking tours on an annual basis,” Roth notes—your goal is to choose a camp your child can enjoy for many summers to come. Ultimately, Anstett says, “if it feels right go with your gut.” Madeleine Burry is a freelance writer and editor who has held staff positions at Parents.com, Scholastic, and About.com. You can follow her on Twitter @lovelanewest.

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Camp Directory Day Camps Beth Sholom Day Camp

401 Roslyn Road, Roslyn Heights 516-621-9257 bethsholomdaycamp.com office@bethsholomdaycamp.com Beth Sholom Day Camp offers children ages 3-15 the opportunity to reach their goals in a friendly, noncompetitive atmosphere. Activities include music, dance, arts and crafts, karate, as well as outdoor sports. Red cross swim instruction is offered in our three heated pools. BSDC provides door-to-door, air-conditioned transportation.

Buckley Day Camp

2 I.U. Willets Road, Roslyn 516-365-7760 buckleycamp.com info@buckleycamp.com Buckley Day Camp provides a unique environment where children are given the opportunity to learn life skills in a fun, nurturing, and noncompetitive environment! Here, your children will experience a program designed to meet their individual needs. Nursery through 10th grade CIT program.

Camp Jacobson

340 Wheatley Road, Old Westbury 516-626-1094 campjacobson.com campjacobson@sjjcc.org A place where children flourish in a safe, nurturing environment built upon Jewish values and ideals. At Camp Jacobson, we encourage individual exploration, foster personal development, inspire healthy choices, and enable children to establish lifelong friendships. We are dedicated to providing high-quality summer camp experiences for every camper and family.

Camp W - Where Friendships are Made

121 Wolf Hill Road, Melville 631-692-6222 campwdaycamp.com info@campwdaycamp.com Camp W “Where Friendships Are Made” located in Melville, is a day camp for ages 4-15. Campers enjoy baseball, basketball, soccer, Gaga, a game room, a camp lounge, easel painting, swimming, robotics, dance, cooking, go karts, and day trips. Small group sizes. Campers choose their afternoon activities. Transportation, and early and late care available.

Countryside Montessori School

354 Lakeville Road, lower level, Great Neck 516-466-8422 cmsgn.com info@cmsgn.com Countryside Montessori school runs summer camp during July and August for children ages 18 months-6 years. Camp has weekly themes. Toddlers have play-based mornings, and Primary (ages 3 years and older) spend time doing academics and on the playground. Camp is a great way to acclimate your child to school.

Future Stars Summer Camps

The College at Old Westbury 223 Store Hill Road, Old Westbury Farmingdale State College 2350 Broadhollow Road, Farmingdale St. Joseph’s College 155 West Roe Blvd., Patchogue 516-876-3490 fscamps.com Future Stars Summer Camps offer weekly Sports, STEAM, and Specialty camp programs at three locations (The College at Old Westbury, Farmingdale State College, and St Joseph’s College Patchogue). Programs are offered to children entering kindergarten-ninth grade. A balanced camp day ensures the perfect blend of instruction and fun.

Good Shepherd Lutheran School

99 Central Park Road, Plainview 516-349-1966 gsplainview.org Good Shepherd Lutheran School SPLASH Camp offers weekly themed activities including arts and crafts, gardening, music, sports, cooking, STEAM, water play, and field trips! Open July 1–Aug. 23, parents choose four, six, or eight consecutive weeks, half-days or full-days. Before- and after-care available. We accept toddlers (18 months)–sixth grade.

Hofstra Summer Camps

101 Oak St., Uniondale 516-463-CAMP (2267) hofstra.edu/camps ce-camps@hofstra.edu Hofstra Summer Camps offer children ages 5-17 more than 70 programs from theater to sports, gaming, art, music, STEM and STEAM, academics, culinary, dance, YouTube Studio, Adventure Education, and Super Hero Academy. At our camp, kids will explore their interests, learn valuable social skills, and have fun while gaining confidence.

Long Island Voyager’s Day Camp

Nassau and Suffolk locations 516-238-4586 livoyagersdaycamp.com livoyagersdaycamp@gmail.com Long Island Voyager’s Day Camp is an exciting, action-packed, safe summer experience for children ages 4-14. We offer swimming, sports, art, drama, activities, door-to-door transportation, beforeand after-care, and swim instruction. Trips to Fire Island, amusement parks, ball games, paddle boating, animal farms, aquariums, and a talent show are also included.

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18 months-12 years. Flexible full- and half-day programs. Small group sizes, fully air-conditioned, playgrounds with water activities, large newly refurbished gymnastics gyms, weekly theme-based arts and crafts, music, and field trips.

Oasis Day Camps Nassau

Oasis at LIU Post 720 Northern Blvd., Greenvale 646-519-5066 liupost@oasischildren.com Oasis on the Sound David Zimmerman, camp director Port Washington Senior Center 80 Manorhaven Blvd., Manorhaven 718-596-4900 onthesound@oasischildren.com Oasis at Tully Park Jason Miradoli, camp director Michael J. Tully Park 1801 Evergreen Ave., New Hyde Park 718-596-4900 tullypark@oasischildren.com oasischildren.com info@oasischildren.com Oasis Day Camp prides itself on age-appropriate programming for children ages 3-15. Early Start (ages 3-5) is a nurturing camp environment. Lower (first-second grade) offers sports, arts, swim, enrichment, and nature. Upper (third-sixth grades) is bigger and better for older campers. Teen Travel (seventh-ninth grades) offers unique trips, overnights and friendships.

Park Shore Country Day Camp

450 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills 631-499-8580 parkshoredaycamp.com info@parkshoredaycamp.com Located in Dix Hills on 15 acres. Programs for children ages 2-14. Activities include athletics, aquatics, high ropes course, bungee, a rock wall, Ninja Course, ATVs, arts and crafts, performing arts, and special events. Specialty camps include Extreme STEAM Science Kids, sports track, and Cooking With Stars. Transportation, before- and after-care, and lunch available.

Thomas School of Horsemanship

Summer Day Camp 250 Round Swamp Road, Melville 631-692-6840 tshcamp.com tsh@tshcamp.com TSH Day Camp offers traditional day camp activities plus a full riding program. Children ages 3-15 participate in riding, horse science, swimming, sports, art, theater, and special events. We feel passionately about children having fun-filled days while learning life’s important lessons such as responsibility, compassion, kindness, and critical thinking.

Usdan Summer Camp for the Arts

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A SUMMER CAMP FOR KIDS WHO ARE FUNNY. Why can’t we just spend our summers writing jokes, getting on stage, and making each other laugh? Wait, we can!!

YMCA of Long Island

At Kids ‘N Comedy, you child will: • Learn to write and perform stand-up • Meet new people, • Hear from successful comics, • Play improv games, • Act out your favorite comedy sketches.

Locations: Bay Shore, East Hampton, Glen Cove, Holtsville, Huntington, and Patchogue 855-2YMCALI (962254) ymcali.org/camp. camp@ymcali.org Awesome adventures await at YMCA of Long Island Summer Day Camp! Choose from traditional day camp, full-, or half-day specialty camps including sports, performing arts, coding, and waterfront. Transportation, extended day morning and afternoon, and lunch plans offered for additional cost. For more information or to register online, visit ymcali.org/camp.

Cap it all off with your own stand-up show at Gotham Comedy Club. No poison ivy, no canoeing. For kids & teens ages 10–18. Monday–Friday Noon–4 PM Campers can take 1, 2, or 3 sessions!

SUMMER CAMP 2019 Session 1 July 8–19 Session 2 July 22–August 2 Session 3 August 5–16

including visual art, dance, music, theater, writing, and arts-related fields such as nature, chess, and recreational arts. Students ages 4-18 are immersed in art and nature and surrounded by friends who share their interests and enthusiasm.

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Art League of Long Island Summer Art Adventure Paumanok Elementary School, 1 Seaman Neck Road, Dix Hills Summer Pre-College Portfolio Development 107 E. Deer Park Road, Dix Hills 631-462-5400 artleagueli.org info@artleague.org Summer Art Adventure offers kids and teens ages 5-18 fun and creative activities in a variety of visual arts mediums led by certified art professionals. Find inspiration by creating art using specific artists’ unique styles. Special guests and events add to the exciting atmosphere. Flexible schedules and themed sessions available.

Camp Huntington

516-650-1856 or 631-476-3330 ypdc.com Young People’s Day Camp of Nassau County, located in Hicksville, has been providing children ages 4-15 with summer fun for more than 45 years! We offer two-eight week programs with exciting trips, arts and crafts, yoga, karate, carnivals, talent shows, special event days, instructional sports and recreational and instructional swim.

56 Bruceville Road, High Falls 855-707-2267 camphuntington.com dfalk@camphuntington.com Camp Huntington is, a coed, residential summer camp for children and young adults with autism, related developmental and learning disabilities, and ADD. Ability levels mild to moderatesevere. Located in High Falls in the beautiful Catskill Mountain region, the camp provides therapeutically and instructionally designed recreation programs in summer.

Sleepaway Camps

Camp Kids ‘N Comedy at The Gotham Comedy Club

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Camp Huntington

56 Bruceville Road, High Falls 855-707-2267 camphuntington.com dfalk@camphuntington.com Camp Huntington is a coed, residential summer camp for children and young adults with autism, related developmental and learning disabilities, and ADD. Ability levels mild to moderatesevere. Located in High Falls in the beautiful Catskill Mountain region, the camp provides therapeutically and instructionally designed recreation programs in summer.

Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp

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3186 Sound Ave., Riverhead 516-433-7970 x11 ccenassau.org Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp in Riverhead is a coed, recreational eight-week sleepaway camp. A three-day, two-nights “mini camp” is also offered. Stay-over weekends are available! We are located on 140-acres of woodland, farmland, and beachfront on the Long Island Sound.

208 W. 23rd St., Manhattan 212-877-6115 kidsncomedy.com info@kidsncomedy.com Camp Kids ‘N Comedy is for kids ages 10-18 who are bored with kayaks, sick of poison ivy, and allergic to everything. It is a summer camp for kids who are funny. They will learn to write and perform stand-up comedy, play improv games, and reenact scenes from comedy sketches.

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium

Nature Summer Camp 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor 516-692-6768 cshfishhatchery.org info@cshfishhatchery.org Young explorers, grades pre-K to 12th, spend summer surrounded by nature. Encourage their love of science with hands-on activities, nature crafts, live animals, and outdoor adventure nature camps. Expeditions to nearby salt marsh, ponds, and woodlands. One-, to four-day camps available. Summer fun at a great price! Prepare to get wet and muddy!

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SUMMER CAMP 2019 Hands-on Outdoor Adventures • Nature Crafts Live Animals & More!

GIVE YOUR YOUNG EXPLORER A SUMMER SURROUNDED BY NATURE! 516-692-6768 • www.CSHFISHHATCHERY.org

WHERE KIDS LEARN TO LOVE GOLF 4 great locations at 4 great golf courses Massapequa, Farmingdale, Babylon, and Hauppauge Run by PGA Professionals, All-day or half day camps Golf on the course each day. Lunch provided during full day camps

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Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

DNA Learning Center One Bungtown Road, Cold Spring Harbor 516-367-5170 dnalc.org dnalc@cshl.edu The Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory DNA Learning Center is the world’s first science center devoted entirely to genetics education. We offer fun, challenging programs for students entering sixth through 12th grades. Guided by experienced educators, students use sophisticated laboratory and computer equipment to perform experiments several grade levels ahead of peers.

Destination Science - The fun science day camp for curious kids 5 to 11!

multiple locations in Nassau and Suffolk counties 888-909-2822 destinationscience.org info@destinationscience.org Destination Science Kids experience “Aha!” moments of understanding, creativity, and curiosity while engineering, building, experimenting, and playing with astonishing gadgets and fantastic gizmos. Our topnotch, enthusiastic educators make STEM learning an adventure! 2019 programs Robot Challengers and Reaction Racers, Young Innovators Science, Rocket Space Science, and Physics Coaster and Science Magic.

Extreme STEAM Science Kids

450 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills 631-499-8580 extremesteamcamp.com info@extremesteamscience.com Located in Dix Hills on 15 acres, for grades first-ninth geared to develop skills and curiosity in science. The curriculum is centered around STEAM in our state-of-the-art Science Center. Core focuses include robotics, engineering, programming, science, mathematics, coding, and arts. Transportation, before- and after-care, and lunch available.

Eye Level

Eye Level Williston Park 61 Hillside Ave., Williston Park 516-747-7700 eyelevelny.com Don’t let your child suffer from “Summer Brain Drain!” Three months free from school can have a detrimental impact on education. Eye Level offers academic programs that students need to enter the coming school year prepared to take on any challenge! Call us now to schedule a free diagnostic assessment.

Gersh Academy at West Hills Day Camp (for children on the Autism spectrum) 21 Sweet Hollow Road, Huntington 631-427-6700 gershsummerprogram.com scott@westhillscamp.com Our program offers children on the autism spectrum the opportunity to

participate in a traditional summer camp experience while receiving the support necessary to be in a mainstream setting. Small groups, certified special education teachers, placement based on capabilities, and support for development of social skills, life skills, and independence.

Gravity Vault Melville Indoor Rock Gym

40 Melville Park Road 516-777-9255 gravityvault.com/locations/melville-ny melville@gravityvault.com Camp Rocks is a full five-day indoor and outdoor rock climbing summer camp perfect for beginner or advanced climbers ages 7-14. Activities include team building, rappelling, and games as well as a ton of climbing! Register before June 1 to take advantage of our Early Enrollment pricing!

Les Elfes International

Chemin de Cli 7, 1936 Verbier, Verbier, Switzerland 4127-775-35-90 leselfes.com info@leselfes.ch At Les Elfes International we provide children ages 7-18 from more than 60 nationalities with summer, winter, and spring camps that combine the discovery and practice of new exciting sports with learning and perfecting languages such as French, German, English, Spanish, and Chinese. Excursions included to discover the beauty of Switzerland.

LIU Post Center for Gifted Youth

Dr. Lynne Manouvrier, director LIU Post, Brookville 516-299-2160 liu.edu/giftedyouth The Long Island University program for gifted children was established in 1979 in response to the recognition of society’s special responsibilities for children with demonstrably superior intellectual ability. The LIU Center for Gifted Youth offers extraordinary teachers recruited from leading schools in the metropolitan area, and university-level facilities.

Long Island Golf Camps

631-889-1523 longislandgolfcamps.com Long Island Golf Camps operates four summer golf camps at four great golf courses in Suffolk and Nassau. Operating since 2004, LIGCs have hosted more than 3,000 junior golfers of all levels. Whether your child is an experienced player or a beginner, we have a camp for them.

Lynch School of Ballet

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LIU POST’S CENTER FOR GIFTED YOUTH SUMMER 2019 MONDAY - FRIDAY PROGRAM July 1-26, 2019 | 9:00am to 3:30pm

Are You the Parent of a Gifted Child?

LIU Post’s Center for Gifted Youth announces its 40th annual summer program for gifted children. The summer

program runs on Monday to Friday from July 1-26. The program is open to gifted children entering grades 2-8 in September 2019. The program expands students’ knowledge, develops creative and critical thinking skills, and offers children the opportunity to learn in an exciting and accepting environment.

For more information please visit www.buckleycamp.com to schedule a personal tour call 516-365-7760 or email info@buckleycamp.com

2 I.U. Willets Road, Roslyn, NY, 11576 Don’t forget to visit us on Social Media Facebook: Buckley Day Camp | Instagram: @buckleydaycamp | Twitter: @buckleydaycamp

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GIFTED? Year Round Academic Enrichment in All Subject Areas Ages 2-16 • Nassau & Suffolk Locations

Summer Program for the Gifted Challenging • Creative• Enriching

Grades K – 8 • 3, 4 & 5 Day Workshops • June 28th – Aug 23rd CAMP

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DOROTHY P. FLINT NASSAU COUNTY 4-H CAMP 4-H Co-Ed Sleepaway Camp Making Memories and Friendships That Last a Lifetime

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and nurturing environment. Young dancers have a magical experience in our Swan Lake Camp. Intermediate and advanced dancers improve their technique in our July Ballet Intensive and August Ballet Workshop. Visit lynchballet.com or call 631-470-9711 for details.

Mathnasium Learning Centers

Five Towns 414 Central Ave., Cedarhurst 516-569-1500 11 Great Neck Road, Great Neck 516-482-MATH (6284) 381 Sunrise Highway, Lynbrook 516-881-7997 810 Jericho Turnpike, New Hyde Park 516-616-MATH (6284) 217A Mineola Ave., Roslyn Heights 516-484-MATH (6284) mathnasium.com Avoid the “Summer Slide!” Summer is a great time to catch up on math and get ahead! In our homeworkfree environment, Mathnasium enables kids to focus on sharpening math skills. Instead of the dreaded “summer slide,” students develop knowledge and confidence needed to hit the ground running when school resumes.

Music Together

OPEN HOUSE: April 6th • May 4th • May 18th • 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Various locations. Find the location near you. musictogetherli-queens.com While the big kids are at camp this summer, have some family-style, music-makin’ fun with your little ones. Once a week for six weeks, you’ll sing, dance, and play with your baby, toddler, or preschooler in a play-based, developmentally appropriate, musical environment. Find a location in Queens or on Long Island.

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Good Good Shepherd Shepherd Lutheran Lutheran School School 99 99 Central Central Park Park Road Road Plainview, Plainview, NY NY contact@gsplainview.org contact@gsplainview.org

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Several locations in Nassau, Suffolk, Manhattan, and Westchester 888-698-3664 sportimeny.com/summercamps camps@sportimeny.com SPORTIME’s Summer Camps offer children ages 3-16 a great combination of sports instruction and games, swimming, arts and crafts, and exciting special events. Camp activities include age- and level-appropriate tennis, soccer, softball, basketball, flag football, and floor hockey. Campers learn fundamental skills, participate in competitive drills, and learn game strategies.

Sylvan Learning Centers of Mineola and Huntington

393 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola 516-743-9943 locations.sylvanlearning.com/us/ mineola-ny 1160 E. Jericho Turnpike, Huntington 631-424-5600 locations.sylvanlearning.com/us/ huntington-ny sylvanlearning@optonline.net Summer is the perfect time for academic growth! Sylvan can

tackle any subject so your child can take on the next school year with confidence. Try our personalized reading, writing, and math programs or our Math Edge small group programs which cover content through algebra 2!

Thomas School of Horsemanship Summer Day Camp

250 Round Swamp Road, Melville 631-692-6840 tshcamp.com tsh@tshcamp.com Camp gives kids the skills they need to thrive in the world. Thomas School of Horsemanship expands that knowledge exponentially with horses! For more than 70 years Thomas School of Horsemanship Day Camp offers campers ages 3-15, all the daily activities of a traditional day camp plus a full riding program.

Usdan Summer Camp for the Arts

185 Colonial Springs Road, Wheatley Heights 631-643-7900 usdan.org info@usdan.org Usdan Summer Camp for the Arts, the nation’s preeminent arts day camp offers more than 70 programs of study in the arts including visual art, dance, music, theater, creative writing, nature, chess, and recreational arts. Three-, four-, and seven-week sessions are offered.

Village East Gifted

Camp ThinkTank Summer Program Village East Gifted of Huntington 33 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station 631-549-2313 Village East Gifted of Roslyn 216 Willis Ave., Roslyn Heights villageeastgifted.com info@villageeastgifted.com Village East Gifted® (VEG), located in both Nassau and Suffolk counties, offers 20 three- or four-day science workshops in its Summer STREAM Program (STEM + Art + Research) for gifted students in grades first-sixth. Workshops are held during the day and in the evenings (after camp).

Winston Preparatory School

30 Deforest Road, Dix Hills 212-719-5598 x2213 winstonprep.edu/our-campuses/li liadmissions@winstonprep.edu Winston Prep’s Individualized Summer Enrichment Program provides students in grades fourth to 12th with the unique opportunity to participate in an individually designed program aimed to enhance academic skills and foster independence. The program is designed to develop language, encoding and decoding, reading comprehension, writing, math, test preparation, organization, and timemanagement skills.

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Euro Bungee • Three Swimming Pools • Sports • Mini Golf • Cooking Arts & Crafts • Archery • Jacobson Ninja Warrior Course • Music & More!

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Countryside Montessori School An Education Where Children Thrive Under the Guidance of Great Teacher in an Environment that Stimulates Creativity and Individual Potential!

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Dorothy P. Flint Nassau County 4-H Camp ccenassau.org

Extreme STEAM Science Kids extremesteamcamp.com

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Friends Academy Summer Camp fa.org

Future Stars Summer Camps fscamps.com

Gersh Academy at West Hills Day Camp gershsummerprogram.com

Gravity Vault Melville Indoor Rock Gym gravityvault.com Hofstra Summer Camps hofstra.edu/camps

Kenwal Day Camp kenwaldaycamp.com

Les Elfes International leselfes.com

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Long Island Studio of Music longislandstudioofmusic.com

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Eye Level eyelevelny.com

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium

M.A.T.S.S. Kids’ Gym & E.C.E.C. matsskidsgym.com

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Long Island Voyagers Day Camp livoyagersdaycamp.com

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The Chocolate Expo

WHEN: Saturday, March 2, 2pm WHERE: Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Explore unknown ocean depths where prehistoric marine reptiles lived eons ago—and maybe live still today. WHY WE LOVE IT: Actors, technology, and puppets combine to connect young audiences to the science of paleontology. WANT TO GO? $18 and up. 516-299-3100. tillescenter.org.

WHEN: Sunday, March 3, 10am-7pm WHERE: Cradle of Aviation Museum, Charles Lindbergh Boulevard, Garden City AGES: All WHAT: Taste, purchase, and indulge in all things chocolate, with entertainment and fun activities for kids. WHY WE LOVE IT: See aerial wonders and taste chocolate delights! WANT TO GO? Advance tickets: $15; $10 children ages 2-12; At door: $20; $15 children ages 2-12; free for children younger than 2. 516-572-4111. cradleofaviation.org.

Children’s Program: Irish Dancers

International Women’s Day

WHEN: Sunday, March 3, 1pm WHERE: Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Irish dancers will also answer questions and teach some Irish dance steps. WHY WE LOVE IT: After the show, participants may have their face painted or take a guided tour. WANT TO GO? $9 child. 631-427-5240. waltwhitman.org. 26

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WHEN: March 5-8, Tuesday-Friday, 12-4pm WHERE: The Whaling Museum and Education Center, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor AGES: All WHAT: Celebrate International Women’s Day with Heroines at the Helm about trailblazing whaling wives. WHY WE LOVE IT: Enjoy an array of Victorian-era crafts, share your opinion on the voting wall, and dip a wax candle to take home. WANT TO GO? Pay as you wish. 631-387-3418. cshwhalingmuseum.org.

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Jason Bishop: Illusionist

WHEN: Saturday, March 9, 2-4pm WHERE: Suffolk County Community College, 1001 Crooked Hill Road, Brentwood AGES: 5 and older WHAT: See spellbinding magic, sleight of hand, and grand illusions, all set to a rock and pop soundtrack. WHY WE LOVE IT: This family-friendly performer might read your mind one second or make a goldfish appear out of nowhere the next. WANT TO GO? $19.75; $9.75 students 16 or younger; free for veterans and SCCC students. 631-851-6902. sunysuffolk.edu.

Youth Film Day ‘19 FREE

WHEN: Saturday, March 16, 10am-4pm WHERE: The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication at Hofstra University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Hempstead AGES: 9-17 WHAT: Student filmmakers are invited to participate in a day full of film activities, panels, workshops, and special giveaways. WHY WE LOVE IT: This program is designed for students interested in film, including directing, producing, editing, writing, and acting. WANT TO GO? 516-829-2570. goldcoastfilmfestival.org.

Special Event: Celebrate Holi!

WHEN: Sunday, March 24, 12-5pm WHERE: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City AGES: All WHAT: Eat sweets, throw colorful powder made from flowers, try mask making, help decorate a Holi elephant, and create Holi bracelets. WHY WE LOVE IT: Members of the Srijan Dance Company will teach visitors celebratory dances. WANT TO GO? $14; $13 seniors; free for children younger than 1. 516-224-5800. licm.org.

Sensational Kids (Autism Exclusive)

WHEN: Through July 29: Mondays, 6-8pm WHERE: Bounce! Trampoline Sports, 310 Michael Drive, Syosset AGES: All WHAT: Bounce and play in a sensory-friendly and accommodating environment. WHY WE LOVE IT: Staff members have experience working with the special needs community. WANT TO GO? $12 for 60 minutes; $18 for 90 minutes; $24 for 120 minutes; $3 non-slip socks. 516-762-1300. bouncesyosset.com.

All Kids Fair

WHEN: Sunday, April 7, 10am-4:30pm WHERE: Hilton Long Island/Huntington, 598 Broad Hollow Road (Route 110), Melville AGES: All WHAT: Bring the kids and enjoy this fun day. Included with admission: bounce house, petting zoo, photo booth, popcorn, cotton candy, face painting, balloon animals, cosplay, see live butterflies, and more. QuackerJack from the Ducks visits from 11am-1pm. WHY WE LOVE IT: There will be more than 80 exhibitors on hand plus tons of kids’ classes for all ages to enjoy with their adults. WANT TO GO? $5; free for children 2 and younger. 516-621-1446. allkidsfair.com.

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WE CAN’T BELIEVE IT’S FREE Think a freebie has to be ho-hum? Don’t let the price tag (or lack of one) fool you. Here are the six no-cost events we’re excited about now. You’re welcome. Portledge Summer Adventures Sampler FREE

WHEN: Saturday, March 9, 11am-1pm WHERE: Portledge School, 355 Duck Pond Road, Locust Valley AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Meet teachers, sample program activities, and tour classrooms, gyms, and labs. WANT TO GO? 516-750-3104. sa.portledge.org.

Kid Chat: Candid Conversations About Caring for Children FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, March 13, 10:15am WHERE: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City AGES: Adult WHAT: Join in guided conversation where caregivers can socialize with one another. WANT TO GO? 516-224-5800. licm.org.

Stuff-a-Bear Workshop FREE

WHEN: Saturday, March 16, 2-3pm WHERE: Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin AGES: 5-8 WHAT: Bring home a stuffed animal and accessories. WANT TO GO? 516-223-6228. baldwinpl.org.

Teen Tech Club FREE

WHEN: Thursday, March 28, 7-8pm WHERE: Glen Cove Library, 4 Glen Cove Ave., Glen Cove AGES: 13-17 WHAT: Explore and create with 3-D printing and other technology. WANT TO GO? 516-676-2130. glencovelibrary.org.

Block Party FREE

WHEN: March 7-28, Thursdays, 11am-12pm WHERE: Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Enjoy blocks of all varieties, circle time, and sand play. WANT TO GO? 516-223-6228. baldwinpl.org.

Just Moms FREE

WHEN: Through April 15: Mondays, 1-2pm WHERE: Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point AGES: Adult WHAT: Meet other parents of babies and share concerns. WANT TO GO? 516-571-7901. sandspointpreserveconservancy.org. ›› LongIslandParent 27

Purim Program and Carnival

WHEN: Sunday, March 24, 10am-12pm WHERE: Workmen’s Circle School, 574 E. Meadow Ave., East Meadow AGES: All WHAT: Hear the story of Purim, sing songs, play games, and win prizes. WANT TO GO? $10-$25. 516-794-0506. newyork.pjlibrary.org.

White Post Farms Eggstravaganza

WHEN: March 23-April 21, see website for details WHERE: White Post Farms of Melville, 250 Old Country Road, Melville AGES: 3-5 WHAT: Enjoy spring with a visit from the Easter Bunny, baby animals, Farmland Express and pony rides, bounce houses, and slides. WANT TO GO? $19.95. 631-351-9373. whitepostfarms.com.

FUN FAIRS & FESTIVALS Herald Kidz Zone Expo FREE

HOLIDAY FUN Bagels & Blox- Purim FREE

WHEN: Sunday, March 3, 11am-3pm WHERE: Friedberg JCC, 15 Neil Court, Oceanside AGES: All WHAT: Check out a Slime Bar, live DJ, giveaways, arts and crafts, face painting, balloon art, goodie bags, demos, and prizes. WANT TO GO? 516-766-4341. friedbergjcc.org.

FIRST Tech Challenge Championship FREE

WHEN: Sunday, March 10, 9:30-11am WHERE: Temple Judea, 333 Searingtown Road, Manhasset AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Celebrate Purim with music, movement, stories, crafts, and snacks. WANT TO GO? 516-581-2217. newyork.pjlibrary.org.

WHEN: Saturday, March 9, 7am-5pm WHERE: Syosset High School, 70 Southwoods Road, Syosset AGES: All WHAT: Middle school and high school students will compete utilizing robots they built for FIRST ROVER RUCKUS. WANT TO GO? 631-627-8400. firstlongisland.org.

7th Annual Farmingdale St. Patrick’s Day Parade FREE

Hofstra University’s 21st Annual Irish Festival

WHEN: Sunday, March 10, 1-3pm WHERE: Northside Elementary School, 55 Powell Place, Farmingdale AGES: All WHAT: Celebrate St. Pat’s a week early with a parade and shamrock photo ops. WANT TO GO? 516-286-7800. farmingdalenychamber.org.

St. Patrick’s Day Slime Party

WHEN: Friday, March 15, 5-6pm WHERE: Stew Leonard’s, 1897 Front St., East Meadow AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Make green and gold slime and enjoy pizza and juice. WANT TO GO? $14.99. 516-394-9001. stewleonards.com.

Friedberg JCC Community Purim Carnival FREE

WHEN: Sunday, March 17, 11am-2pm WHERE: Friedberg JCC, 15 Neil Court, Oceanside AGES: All WHAT: Celebrate Purim with costumes, carnival games, and food! WANT TO GO? 516-766-4341. friedbergjcc.org.

31st Annual Glen Cove St. Patrick’s Day Parade FREE

WHEN: Sunday, March 17, 1pm WHERE: Finley Middle School, 1 Forest Ave., Glen Cove AGES: All WHAT: Festivities include Irish pipers, marching bands, costumed performers, face painters, and a family-friendly, post-parade party. WANT TO GO? 516-782-7494. gcirishparade.com. 28

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WHEN: Sunday, March 10, 11am-5pm WHERE: Hofstra University, David S. Mack Physical Education Center, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Hempstead AGES: All WHAT: Celebrate with live entertainment, culture and merchandise booths, children’s activities, and Irish foods. WANT TO GO? $6; $5 senior; free for children younger than 12. 516-463-6582. hofstra.edu.

Celebrate! Party Showcase

WHEN: Sunday, March 24, 12-4pm WHERE: Long Island Marriott, 101 James Doolittle Blvd., Uniondale AGES: All WHAT: Find everything you need for the perfect celebration at the Celebrate! Party Showcase! WANT TO GO? Free with online registration; $10 at the door. 516-445-2394. celebrateshowcase.com/events/bar-bat-mitzvah-showcase-nassau-long-island.

SBPLI Long Island Regional FIRST Robotics Competition FREE

WHEN: March 26-30, Tuesday-Wednesday and Friday-Saturday, 9am WHERE: Hofstra University David S. Mack Sports & Expo Center, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Hempstead AGES: All WHAT: High school robotics teams from around the world will show off the robots they built and compete in exciting challenges. WANT TO GO? 631-627-8400. firstlongisland.org.

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MUSICIANS Let’s Move with Playhooray FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, March 6, 4-4:45pm WHERE: Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Ave., Merrick AGES: 3-8 WHAT: An active class with dynamic pop music, hula-hoops, and instruments. WANT TO GO? 516-377-6112. merricklibrary.org.

Community Percussion Circle

WHEN: Sunday, March 10, 3-4:30pm WHERE: Not Just Art, 183 South St., Oyster Bay AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Explore rhythm in a fun community jam. WANT TO GO? $5 ages 7-14; $10 ages 15 and older; $25 maximum per family. 516-922-8300. notjustart.com.

Your Big Break Knockout Round 2

WHEN: Saturday, March 23, 8pm WHERE: Gold Coast Arts Center, 113 Middle Neck Road, Great Neck AGES: All WHAT: See contestants perform before major players in the music business. WANT TO GO? $15; $10 students; $20 at the door. 516-829-2570. goldcoastarts.org.

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Time for Kids: Lion FREE

WHEN: Thursday, March 7, 10:30-11:30am WHERE: Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Ave., Merrick AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Enjoy songs, activities, and a lion craft. WANT TO GO? 516-377-6112. merricklibrary.org.

An Itsy Bitsy Spider

WHEN: Saturday, March 16, 2-4pm WHERE: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Learn all about spiders, meet one, then create a climbing spider craft WANT TO GO? $14; $13 seniors; free for children younger than 1. 516-224-5800. licm.org.

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Petland Traveling Pet Show FREE

WHEN: Saturday, March 23, 2-3pm WHERE: Massapequa Public Library, Central Avenue Building, 523 Central Ave., Massapequa AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Petland will have 10-12 live animals for a hands-on show. WANT TO GO? 516-798-4607. massapequalibrary.org.

Sunday Science: Insects, Insects Everywhere!

WHEN: Sunday, March 24, 2-4pm WHERE: Center for Science Teaching and Learning, Tanglewood Preserve, 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Learn about insects, examine their habitats, and meet some up close. WANT TO GO? $14. 516-764-0045. cstl.org. ››

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Irish Soda Bread FREE

WHEN: Saturday, March 16, 2-3pm WHERE: Glen Cove Library, 4 Glen Cove Ave., Glen Cove AGES: 13-17 WHAT: Learn to make traditional Irish soda bread to bake at home. WANT TO GO? 516-676-2130. glencovelibrary.org.

Kids in the Kitchen FREE

WHEN: March 11-18, Mondays, 4-4:45pm WHERE: Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin AGES: 5-8 WHAT: Listen to a story and prepare a tasty snack. WANT TO GO? 516-223-6228. baldwinpl.org.

Quesadillas FREE

LITTLE FOODIES Cupcake Wars FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, March 5, 7-8pm WHERE: Island Trees Public Library, 38 Farmedge Road, Island Trees AGES: 13-17 WHAT: Come up with a theme and decorate cupcakes as a team. WANT TO GO? 516-731-2211. islandtreespubliclibrary.org.

Mommy and Me with Chefs of d’Future FREE

WHEN: Friday, March 8, 12:30-1:15pm WHERE: Floral Park Library, 17 Caroline Place, Floral Park AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Miss Julie will cook a St. Patrick’s Day Treat. WANT TO GO? 516-326-6330. floralparklibrary.org.

Froggie Long Legs Snacker FREE

WHEN: Friday, March 8, 12:15-1:15pm WHERE: Island Trees Public Library, 38 Farmedge Road, Island Trees AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Learn how to design a treat holder. WANT TO GO? 516-731-2211. islandtreespubliclibrary.org.

Rainbow Grilled Cheese FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, March 13, 7-8pm WHERE: Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin AGES: 9-17 WHAT: Learn to make colorful grilled cheese. WANT TO GO? 516-223-6228. baldwinpl.org.

Cake Pops FREE

WHEN: Thursday, March 14, 7-8pm WHERE: Glen Cove Library, 4 Glen Cove Ave., Glen Cove AGES: 13-17 WHAT: Teens create yummy cake pops. WANT TO GO? 516-676-2130. glencovelibrary.org.

Teen Cuisine Donation Event: Leprechaun Hat S’Mores & More! FREE

WHEN: Friday, March 15, 4-5pm WHERE: Floral Park Library, 17 Caroline Place, Floral Park AGES: 13-17 WHAT: Create St. Patrick’s Day treats for those in need. WANT TO GO? 516-326-6330. floralparklibrary.org.

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WHEN: Tuesday, March 19, 7-8pm WHERE: Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Ave., Merrick AGES: 9-17 WHAT: Make cheese quesadillas to enjoy with salsa and sour cream. WANT TO GO? 516-377-6112. merricklibrary.org.

Pinata Cupcake Decorating

WHEN: Wednesday, March 20, 5-6pm WHERE: Stew Leonard’s, 1897 Front St., East Meadow AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Celebrate spring with cupcake decorating! WANT TO GO? $12.99. 516-394-9001. stewleonards.com.

Cooking With Stars Class FREE

WHEN: Saturday, March 23, 11am-12pm and 12:30-1:30pm WHERE: Park Shore Country Day Camp, 450 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Join Chef Paula to learn about Park Shore Country Day Camp’s newest Specialty Camp. WANT TO GO? 631-499-8580. parkshoredaycamp.com.

SHOW TIME! ‘The Little Mermaid’

WHEN: Through March 3: Saturday, 11am; Sunday, 12pm WHERE: The Showplace at Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore AGES: All WHAT: In a magical kingdom fathoms below, Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. WANT TO GO? $12. 516-599-6870. plazatheatrical.com.

The Little Mermen

WHEN: Sunday, March 3, 3pm WHERE: Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Suite 1, Port Washington AGES: All WHAT: Dress up as your favorite Disney character and rock out to this Disney cover band! WANT TO GO? $18-$23. 516-767-1384. landmarkonmainstreet.org.

Puppet Power with Jonathan Geffner FREE

WHEN: Saturday, March 9, 2pm WHERE: Hicksville Public Library, 169 Jerusalem Ave., Hicksville AGES: All WHAT: Laugh along with Jonathan Geffner and his puppets. WANT TO GO? 516-931-1417. hicksvillelibrary.org.

Treehouse Shakers Presents ‘Hatched’

WHEN: Saturday, March 9, 11:30am and 2pm WHERE: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Hatched takes audiences to meet the babies of the farm including chicks, calves, kittens, and lambs. WANT TO GO? $9 with museum admission; $7 LICM members; $12 theater only. 516-224-5800. licm.org.

Songs of Ireland: A Celtic Celebration

WHEN: Wednesday, March 13, 7pm WHERE: Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Songs of Ireland presents original arrangements drawing from Irish Traditional folk song. WANT TO GO? $45-$55. 516-323-4444. madisontheatreny.org.

Teen Movie: ‘The Darkest Minds’ FREE

WHEN: Thursday, March 14, 6-8pm WHERE: Island Trees Public Library, 38 Farmedge Road, Island Trees AGES: 13-17 WHAT: Teenagers mysteriously develop new abilities and are declared a threat by the government. WANT TO GO? 516-731-2211. islandtreespubliclibrary.org.

‘The Cat in the Hat’

WHEN: March 9-17, Saturdays, 11am; Sundays, 12pm WHERE: The Showplace at the Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore AGES: 3-8 WHAT: See the classic story and stay for a meet-and-greet after the show. WANT TO GO? $12. 516-599-6870. plazatheatrical.com.

‘The Wizard of Oz’

WHEN: March 3-30, Saturdays, 1pm WHERE: Cultural Arts Playhouse, 170 Michael Drive, Syosset AGES: 5 and older WHAT: See this classic story live on stage. WANT TO GO? $12. 516-694-3330. culturalartsplayhouse.com.

Family Movie Night FREE

WHEN: Through March 31: Thursdays, 5:30-7pm WHERE: Hicksville McDonald’s, 280 N. Broadway, Hicksville AGES: 3-8 WHAT: See a different movie in the movie room every week. WANT TO GO? 516-681-2434. mcdonalds.com.

‘The Wizard of Oz’

WHEN: March 24-31, Saturdays, 11am; Sundays, 12pm WHERE: The Showplace at the Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Join Dorothy and her friends on stage, then stay for a meet-andgreet with the cast. WANT TO GO? $12. 516-599-6870. plazatheatrical.com.

‘The Cat in the Hat’

WHEN: Sunday, March 31, 3pm WHERE: Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre AGES: 3 and older WHAT: Everyone’s favorite cat comes to mischievous life in this theatrical adaptation. WANT TO GO? $25-$15. 516-323-4444. madisontheatreny.org.

Kids Movie: ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ FREE

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1964: The Tribute

WHEN: Saturday, March 2, 2:30-4pm WHERE: Lynbrook Public Library, 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook AGES: All WHAT: This will be a sensory-friendly show, meaning volume will be lower and back lighting will remain on. WANT TO GO? 516-599-8630. lynbrooklibrary.org.

WHEN: Tuesday, March 26, 6-8pm WHERE: Island Trees Public Library, 38 Farmedge Road, Island Trees AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Enjoy a movie on the big screen! WANT TO GO? 516-731-2211. islandtreespubliclibrary.org. WHEN: Friday, March 29, 8pm WHERE: Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington AGES: All WHAT: 1964 recreates a ‘60s live Beatles concert. WANT TO GO? $35-$45. 516-767-1384. landmarkonmainstreet.org.

‘Don Quixote’ Featuring the Russian National Ballet

WHEN: Saturday, March 30, 8pm WHERE: Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre AGES: 5 and older WHAT: This comical, timeless ballet is brought to life by The Russian National Ballet. WANT TO GO? $45- $55. 516-323-4444. madisontheatreny.org.

‘The Little Mermaid’

WHEN: March 2-30, select Saturdays, 2pm; select Sundays, 11:30am WHERE: BroadHollow Theatre at Elmont, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont AGES: 3 and older WHAT: Journey under the sea with Ariel and her aquatic friends in a magical kingdom. WANT TO GO? $11 advance; $13 two hours before curtain time. 516-775-4420. broadhollow.org.

‘Horton Hears a Who’ Family Movie FREE

The Wizard of Oz: Sensory Friendly Performance

WHEN: Friday, March 8, 7pm WHERE: Cultural Arts Playhouse, 170 Michael Drive, Syosset AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Everyone will be able to enjoy this sensory-friendly edition of The Wizard of Oz. WANT TO GO? $15. 516-694-3330. culturalartsplayhouse.com.

Purim Fun at Sulam-Li FREE

WHEN: Sunday, March 10, 11am-12pm WHERE: Friedberg JCC, 15 Neil Court, Oceanside AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Celebrate Purim early with stories, puppetry, and crafts. Geared toward school-age students with special needs. WANT TO GO? 516-474-1500. newyork.pjlibrary.org.

Time for Play FREE

WHEN: Saturday, March 2, 2-4pm WHERE: Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Ave., Merrick AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Enjoy open play and sensory exploration for all abilities. WANT TO GO? 516-377-6112. merricklibrary.org. ›› LongIslandParent 31

WHAT: Float colorful Legos in a soap dispenser. WANT TO GO? 516-731-2211. Islandtreespubliclibrary.org.

Mardi Gras Masks FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, March 5, 4:30-5:30pm WHERE: Glen Cove Library, 4 Glen Cove Ave., Glen Cove AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Create a one-of-a-kind mask. WANT TO GO? 516-676-2130. glencovelibrary.org.

Kite Mobile FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, March 5, 7:15pm WHERE: Hicksville Public Library, 169 Jerusalem Ave., Hicksville AGES: 13-17 WHAT: Enjoy creating a kite-themed mobile. WANT TO GO? 516-931-1417. hicksvillelibrary.org.

Preschool Crafts FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, March 5, 12:15-1:15pm and 4-5pm WHERE: Island Tree Public Library, 38 Farmedge Road, Levittown AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Kids can meet new friends and practice their motor and listening skills. WANT TO GO? 516-731-2211. islandtreespubliclibrary.org.

Fashion Design Exploration FREE

WHEN: Saturday, March 9, 11am-12pm WHERE: Glen Cove Library, 4 Glen Cove Ave., Glen Cove AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Learn about fashion design and create original artwork. WANT TO GO? 516-676-2130. glencovelibrary.org.

CRAFTY KIDS Engineer Lego Creations FREE

WHEN: Saturday, March 2, 11am-12pm WHERE: Glen Cove Library, 4 Glen Cove Ave., Glen Cove AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Use Legos to build an Eiffel Tower, create a game, or make a maze. WANT TO GO? 516-676-2130. glencovelibrary.org.

Iron Man Paint Event

WHEN: Saturday, March 2, 2-3:30pm WHERE: Key to My Art East Rockaway, 131 Main St., East Rockaway AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Learn to paint Iron Man. WANT TO GO? $20. 516-218-2920. keytomyart.com.

DIY Mardi Gras Mask FREE

WHEN: Monday, March 4, 7-8pm WHERE: Bethpage Library, 47 Powell Ave., Bethpage AGES: 9-17 WHAT: Make your own masquerade mask! WANT TO GO? 516-931-3907. bethpagelibrary.info.

LEGO Handsoap Set FREE

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Kids Zone Event: Charming Bead Bash FREE

WHEN: Saturday, March 9, 11am-12pm WHERE: Green Acres Mall, 2034 Green Acres Mall, Valley Stream AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Make a beaded necklace and bracelet. WANT TO GO? 516-561-1157. greenacresmallonline.com.

Buzzing Noise Maker

WHEN: Sunday, March 10, 12-2pm WHERE: Long Island Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Explore the science of sound and create a noisemaker. WANT TO GO? $14; $13 seniors; free for children younger than 1. 516-224-5800. licm.org.

Daylight Savings Paint Event

WHEN: Sunday, March 10, 4:30-6pm WHERE: Key to My Art East Rockaway, 131 Main St., East Rockaway AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Paint a Dali-style clock to celebrate daylight saving time. WANT TO GO? $20. 516-218-2920. keytomyart.com.

Family Ceramics Workshop

WHEN: Sunday, March 10, 1-3pm WHERE: Gold Coast Arts Center, 113 Middle Neck Road, Great Neck AGES: All WHAT: Learn decoration techniques on ceramic bisqueware. WANT TO GO? $45. 516-829-2570. goldcoastarts.org.

Grand Opening/ Free Workshops FREE

WHEN: March 9-10, 9:30am-2:30pm WHERE: One River School of Art and Design, 150 Woodbury Road, Woodbury AGES: 3 and older

WHAT: Celebrate the opening of One River School and enjoy free art and digital workshop. WANT TO GO? 516-268-3566. woodbury.oneriverschool.com.

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St. Patrick’s Day Paint Event

WHEN: Saturday, March 16, 2-3:30pm WHERE: Key to My Art East Rockaway, 131 Main St., East Rockaway AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Paint a St. Paddy’s Day Owl. WANT TO GO? $20. 516-218-2920. keytomyart.com.

Preschool Storycraft FREE

WHEN: March 5-26, select Tuesdays, 11am WHERE: Hicksville Public Library, 169 Jerusalem Ave., Hicksville AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Listen to some stories and do a simple craft. WANT TO GO? 516-931-1417. hicksvillelibrary.org.

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WHEN: March 1-29, Tuesday-Friday, 2:30-4pm WHERE: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City AGES: All WHAT: Decorate a paper horse and spin it around! WANT TO GO? $14; $13 seniors; free for children younger than 1. 516-224-5800. licm.org.

Story Tots

WHEN: March 1-29, Friday, 10-11am WHERE: Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Listen to stories and explore various art materials and processes. WANT TO GO? $5; free for members. 516-484-9337. nassaumuseum.org.

Mini Masterpiece

WHEN: Saturday, March 30, 1-3pm WHERE: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Celebrate Women’s History Month by learning about Georgia O’Keeffe and Laurel Burch. WANT TO GO? $14; $13 seniors; free for children younger than 1. 516-224-5800. licm.org.

Family Sundays

WHEN: March 3-31, Sundays, 1pm WHERE: Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor AGES: All WHAT: Connect while talking about and making art together. WANT TO GO? $5; free for members. 516-484-9337. nassaumuseum.org.

Crafts For Kids FREE

WHEN: Through March 31: Saturday-Sunday, 11am-3pm WHERE: Lakeshore Learning Store, 2079 Hillside Ave., New Hyde Park AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Kids will have a ball making exciting, educational crafts. WANT TO GO? 516-616-9360. lakeshorelearning.com.

Made with Love FREE

WHEN: Through Dec. 18: Wednesdays, 11:30am WHERE: Floral Park Library, 17 Caroline Place, Floral Park AGES: 13 and older WHAT: This knitting and crocheting group welcomes all. WANT TO GO? 516-326-6330. floralparklibrary.org. ››

BENEFITING PROGRAMS & SERVICES FOR CHILD AND ADULT VICTIMS OF ABUSE Monday April 8, 2019 ∙ 6:30 - 8:30 PM The Carltun at Eisenhower Park

FEATURING DELICIOUS SAMPLINGS FROM Long Island FOOD AND BEVERAGE VENDORS

LIVE Jazz, RAFFLES AND More! For ticket pricing, sponsorship and vendor opportunities

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The Little Gym FREE

WHEN: Friday, March 22, 10:30-11:30am WHERE: Glen Cove Library, 4 Glen Cove Ave., Glen Cove AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Have fun in this program that revolves around active play. WANT TO GO? 516-676-2130. glencovelibrary.org.

Toy Time FREE

WHEN: March 5-26, select Tuesdays, 10am-12pm WHERE: Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Ave., Merrick AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Enjoy playtime with riding toys, blocks, and a basketball hoop. WANT TO GO? 516-377-6112. merricklibrary.org.

Zumba 4 Teens FREE

MOVERS & SHAKERS Baby Palooza FREE

WHEN: Saturday, March 2, 10:30-11:30am WHERE: Levittown Public Library, 1 Bluegrass Lane, Levittown AGES: Newborn to 2 WHAT: Children and caregivers are invited to play and socialize. WANT TO GO? 516-731-5728. levittownpl.org.

Family Yoga

WHEN: Wednesday, March 27, 7-8pm WHERE: Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin AGES: 9-17 WHAT: Have fun while getting a great workout. WANT TO GO? 516-223-6228. baldwinpl.org.

DANCE PARTY Zumbini at the Chabad of Port Washington

WHEN: Through March 1: Fridays, 11am-12pm WHERE: Chabad Port Washington, 80 Shore Road, Port Washington AGES: 3-5 WHAT: Kids enjoy Zumbini and challah braiding while moms mingle. WANT TO GO? $25. 516-767-8670. chabadpw.org/mommyandme.

WHEN: Sunday, March 3, 10-10:45am WHERE: Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point AGES: All WHAT: Experience the benefits of yoga with family and friends. WANT TO GO? $15; $5 members. 516-571-7901. sandspointpreserveconservancy.org.

1-2-3 Full Steam Ahead FREE

Scavenger Hunt Fundraiser

‘The Red Shoes’

WHEN: Sunday, March 3, 11am-4pm WHERE: Broadway Commons, 358 N. Broadway Mall, Hicksville AGES: All WHAT: Join to raise money for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. WANT TO GO? $10. 516-822-6336. atbroadwaycommons.com.

WHEN: Sunday, March 3, 1pm and 6pm WHERE: Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre AGES: 5-17 WHAT: Enjoy classical and contemporary ballets. WANT TO GO? $40-55. 516-323-4444. madisontheatreny.org.

PlayHooray Kids FREE

Play Hooray Babies FREE

WHEN: Friday, March 15, 12:30-1:15pm WHERE: Floral Park Library, 17 Caroline Place, Floral Park AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Enjoy movement and smiles with Molly Mouse. WANT TO GO? 516-326-6330. floralparklibrary.org.

Preschool Yoga FREE

WHEN: March 4-18, Mondays, 1:30-2pm WHERE: Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Ave., Merrick AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Learn yoga, breathing, stretching, and interactive exercises. WANT TO GO? 516-377-6112. merricklibrary.org.

Glowga FREE

WHEN: March 5-19, Tuesdays, 5:30-6:15pm WHERE: Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Ave., Merrick AGES: 5-12 WHAT: LED candles and glow sticks add a unique twist to this yoga class! WANT TO GO? 516-377-6112. merricklibrary.org. 34

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WHEN: Through March 2: Saturdays, 11am-12pm WHERE: Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Enjoy singing, dancing, creating, building, crafts, and more. WANT TO GO? 516-223-6228. baldwinpl.org.

WHEN: Saturday, March 9, 10am WHERE: Levittown Public Library, 1 Bluegrass Lane, Levittown AGES: Newborn to 2 WHAT: Sing-along with your little one! WANT TO GO? 516-731-5728. levittownpl.org.

Play Hooray Kids FREE

WHEN: Saturday, March 9, 11am WHERE: Levittown Public Library, 1 Bluegrass Lane, Levittown AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Sing-along with your preschooler! WANT TO GO? 516-731-5728. levittownpl.org.

Jump For Joy FREE

WHEN: March 14-28, Thursdays, 7:15pm WHERE: Hicksville Public Library, 169 Jerusalem Ave., Hicksville AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Learn, dance, and sing-along to popular songs. WANT TO GO? 516-931-1417. hicksvillelibrary.org.

SMARTY PANTS The Wonders of Hydrogen

WHEN: Saturday, March 2, 2-3:30pm WHERE: Center for Science Teaching and Learning, Tanglewood Preserve, 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre AGES: 5-17 WHAT: Learn about the uses of hydrogen through hands-on experiments. WANT TO GO? $9. 516-764-0045. cstl.org.

Children’s Program: A Balancing Act FREE

WHEN: Monday, March 4, 4:30pm WHERE: Levittown Public Library, 1 Bluegrass Lane, Levittown AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Learn about gravity, speed, and motion as you experiment with pennies and peacock feathers. WANT TO GO? 516-731-5728. levittownpl.org.

Open House for All Grades FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, March 5, 6:30pm WHERE: The Waldorf School of Garden City, 225 Cambridge Ave., Garden City AGES: 3-17 WHAT: Learn what a Main Lesson is, tour the school, and understand how the curriculum strengthens students’ sense of social responsibility. WANT TO GO? 516-742-3434. waldorfgarden.org.

STEAM Fun FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, March 6, 1-2pm WHERE: Floral Park Library, 17 Caroline Place, Floral Park AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Enjoy STEM toys and create an art project. WANT TO GO? 516-326-6330. floralparklibrary.org.

Children’s Program: Let’s Play Chess with the Long Island Chess Nuts FREE WHEN: Wednesday, March 6, 6-7pm WHERE: Levittown Public Library, 1 Bluegrass Lane, Levittown AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Play with the Long Island Chess Nuts. WANT TO GO? 516-731-5728. levittownpl.org.

Are You Smarter than a Librarian? FREE

WHEN: Thursday, March 7, 4:30-5:30pm WHERE: Floral Park Library, 17 Caroline Place, Floral Park AGES: 5-8 WHAT: Play bingo to win prizes. WANT TO GO? 516-326-6330. floralparklibrary.org.

Green Teens: Women Who Changed Science

WHEN: Saturday, March 9, 1pm-3pm WHERE: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Learn about important women who have changed the field of science. WANT TO GO? $14; $13 seniors; free for children younger than 1. 516-224-5800. licm.org.

Sunday Science: Eggs-traordinary Eggs!

WHEN: Sunday, March 10, 2-4pm WHERE: Center for Science Teaching and Learning, Tanglewood Preserve, 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre AGES: 5-12 WHAT: You’ll be surprised how much you learn from some simple egg-speriments! WANT TO GO? $14. 516-764-0045. cstl.org.

Buckley Country Day School Open House FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, March 12, 9am WHERE: Buckley Country Day School, 2 I. U. Willets Road, Roslyn AGES: Adult WHAT: Meet the headmaster, principals, faculty, and students. WANT TO GO? 516-627-1910. buckleycountryday.com.

Are You Smarter than a Librarian? Grades 3 and 4 FREE

WHEN: Thursday, March 14, 4:30-5:30pm WHERE: Floral Park Library, 17 Caroline Place, Floral Park AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Kids will work in teams for brain games, activities, and puzzles. WANT TO GO? 516-326-6330. floralparklibrary.org.

Oh Shift for Teens FREE

WHEN: Through March 19: 7pm, see website. WHERE: Mid Island Y JCC, 45 Manetto Hill Road, Plainview AGES: 9-17 WHAT: An interactive workshop that helps teens become more confident, build self-awareness, and learn how to take control of their actions. WANT TO GO? 866-599-8783. tsvf.org.

Are You Smarter than a Librarian? Grades 4-6 FREE

WHEN: Thursday, March 21, 4:30-5:30pm WHERE: Floral Park Library, 17 Caroline Place, Floral Park AGES: 9-12 WHAT: Test your knowledge of books as you work in teams to complete in this Library Literature Scavenger Hunt. WANT TO GO? 516-326-6330. floralparklibrary.org.

Let’s Play Chess FREE

WHEN: March 10-24, select Sundays, 1:30-2:30pm WHERE: Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Join the Long Island Chess Nuts for a chess workshop. WANT TO GO? 516-223-6228. baldwinpl.org.

Super Structures FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, March 26, 4-5:15pm WHERE: Glen Cove Library, 4 Glen Cove Ave., Glen Cove AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Families will build fun structures using cups, paper, and toothpicks. WANT TO GO? 516-676-2130. glencovelibrary.org.

Lets Fly a Kite

WHEN: Sunday, March 31, 2-4pm WHERE: Center for Science Teaching and Learning, Tanglewood Preserve, 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre AGES: All WHAT: Learn about the forces of flight and how they affect kites. WANT TO GO? $9. 516-764-0045. cstl.org.

New Traveling Exhibit- Sonic Sensation

WHEN: Through May 5: Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm WHERE: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City AGES: All WHAT: Experience the sonic world through 14 interactive learning stations WANT TO GO? $14; $13 seniors; free children younger than 1. 516-224-5800. licm.org.

Lights, Color, Refraction! FREE

WHEN: Saturday, March 16, 10:30am-12pm WHERE: Jones Beach Nature Center, 1 Ocean Parkway, Wantagh AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Discover how white light splits apart, revealing all the colors of the rainbow. WANT TO GO? 516-780-3295. parks.ny.gov. LongIslandParent 35

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While Fido is part of the family, some insurance companies may cite having a pet as the reason they canceled your coverage.

Could You Lose Your Coverage?

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There are a handful of reasons an insurance company could decide to drop you—but many of them are avoidable. By Barbara Russo

wning a home can be a lot of work. And part of that work is making sure you have the appropriate insurance in case any accidents, natural disasters, or other devastating issues arise. You might think once you buy your home and take out a policy, you’re set for life. But that’s not necessarily the case. It’s a good idea to look at your coverage every so often and see what’s changed, because the reality is an insurance company can drop a client at any time for any number reasons they see fit. Usually, a company needs a legitimate business reason to cancel your insurance. Some surprising factors that play a role in an insurer’s decision to end or refuse to renew a policy include geography and roof issues. Even owning a pet can result in loss of coverage. With the homeownership rate on the rise nationally, jumping to 63.9 percent in 2017 after the last annual increase in 2004, it’s important for homeowners to know their policies, what’s covered, and what may cause that coverage to be canceled. Below are some of the most common reasons insurance companies may drop a client.

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“If you file multiple claims on the same issue over and over, that may create a problem,” says Anthony Marino, a licensed real estate broker in New York City. Car claims are considered part of this excess, too, if your auto and home insurance are bundled under the same carrier. “Frequent auto claims may affect the home insurance you have connected with it,” Marino adds.

Your Roof is Not Properly Maintained

Look up if you want to keep insurance costs down and minimize the chances of your policy being canceled. The roof of your house is judged by insurance companies when they approve a home owner for a new policy or renewal. Generally, a roof is considered secure for up to 30 years, but after that, it’s more susceptible to water leaks in the home. For this reason, it’s important to know the age of your roof, and keep all documentation and paperwork about repairs and replacements in case your insurance company asks for it. Tip: Increase the lifespan of your roof by cleaning out the gutters once in a while. If they’re clogged or broken, water can back up into pipes, seep into eaves, and result in a rotting roof. This is especially important if your house is surrounded by trees that shed twigs and leaves onto the roof.

Pet Ownership

Sparky is part of the family, but make sure your insurance carrier feels the same way. Many companies cover pets in a policy’s liability coverage in case the animal injures a human or damages another person’s property. But some animals may be excluded because they are considered “exotics,” such as rabbits and snakes. “Make sure there is no fine print in your home insurance that prohibits pets or certain breeds of pets,” Marino advises. “Many animals are not covered or will be considered a risk. Make sure to give your policy a glance if you are planning on owning one.” Tip: Curious about what animals are illegal to keep as pets in NYC? Check with the Veterinary Medical Association of New York City. You’ll be surprised to see which cuddly (and not-so-cuddly) creatures made the list!

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The Company No Longer Covers Your Area

Insurance companies frequently review their coverage areas. There is always a chance they may decide to drop coverage in certain areas. “This may be because there is an abundance of claims in the area, and it’s too expensive for the company to continue to do business there,” Marino says. “Remember your rates are affected by other people in your area.”

Failure to Pay

This one is the simplest way to avoid your policy being canceled. If you don’t keep up with your payments and pay your premiums, you can be dropped. Nonpayment is one of the most common reasons a policy is dropped, according to agents at State Farm Insurance. They recommend avoiding nonpayment issues by setting up auto payments. Tip: Many mortgage companies allow—and even encourage you—to roll your insurance and tax dues into your monthly payments, greatly reducing your chance of failing to pay.

Death of the Resident(s)

If a house is no longer occupied, it would no longer be insured. Some families don’t want to take on the work of owning or insuring the house, especially if they live out of state, so the insurance lapses. To prevent this type of cancellation, State Farm encourages their clients to make sure wills are in order, especially if there is little or no family left.

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There are steps a home owner can take to help avoid being dropped by their insurance carrier. For starters, revisit your policy annually to make sure you’re fully covered, especially if your house has gone through some wear and tear, or if you’ve expanded or renovated. There are some quick and easy home improvements you can make to not only stay on good terms with your insurance company, but possibly result in premium discounts, according to Consumer Reports. These include installing a security system and smoke detectors, and adding a generator to help ensure your electrical systems work in the event of a power outage. Another tip is to comparison shop every few years for new insurance carriers. Businesses, deals, and discounts change, so you don’t want to miss out on opportunities to save money. Barbara Russo is a freelance writer who holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from the City University of New York. She enjoys playing guitar, following current events, and hanging out with her pet rabbits.

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Decorate on a Dime

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Rethinking your home’s décor can often get costly, but our experts’ tips are here to keep you on budget. By Lambeth Hochwald

croll through Pinterest or flip through the pages of your favorite home décor magazine and it might seem like it will cost a fortune to redecorate your home. We’re here to say it’s time to rethink that notion. In fact, these days it’s absolutely possible to spend very little to spruce up every room in your house. Read on for our nine expert-driven tips.

Look at your rooms with a new eye.

Before you start shopping, consider this: Your rooms may just need a little rearranging using your existing furniture. After all, a mere shuffling around of your pieces, including furniture, wall art, and even those photographs that seem dull and tired, may work wonders to brighten your space exponentially. Tip: If you have a friend with a great eye, invite her over and ask her for some quick suggestions.

Use mementos and heirlooms to decorate inexpensively.

Whether it’s a vintage collection of blue glass or a set of framed photos of your grandma’s farmhouse, these items are not only inexpensive additions to your home décor, they’re fun, too. “These tell stories and make for great conversation starters,” says Alix Greenberg, founder and CEO of ArtSugar, a contemporary art e-commerce company in New York City. “Best of all they add a warm and personal touch to your space.” 38

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Cherry-pick your favorites.

If you’re a collector of certain items, whether vintage milk bottles or antique advertising signs, displaying them can add a truly personal touch to your space. However, you want to be careful to avoid veering into a space that looks overly cluttered. Tip: To avoid the feeling that your rooms are packed with stuff and attain a more streamlined feel to your home, cherry-pick your favorite items and display them. Put the rest in storage until you’re ready to switch them out.

Consider a DIY craft project.

Whether you believe you’re crafty—or not—there are a few easy craft projects you might want to consider doing next time you have a free weekend. Why not paint an ugly, chipped bookshelf in a bright new color? Or maybe sew a set of slipcovers to replace a faded sofa set or recover tired or ripped dining cushions with a bright, new fabric.

Browse your local thrift shop.

Shopping secondhand is a no-brainer when it comes to home decor and furniture since these stores are the best places to find gently used, quality pieces for less. Plus, you won’t skimp on style as you’re trying to save money, says Andrea Woroch, a nationally recognized consumer and money-saving expert.

Tip: Scout your local thrift shop on the regular to pick up furniture that will be far less expensive than shopping for brandnew items.

Learn what each store specializes in.

Some stores are best for furniture bargains while others are notable for high-quality accessories sold at inexpensive prices. Take World Market as an example: “What I love best about this store is [its] unique selection of home décor pieces,” says Jeanine Boiko, a real estate salesperson in Wantagh.“No matter what your style is, World Market has something for everyone. My favorite pieces are the black villa stripe dishtowels and blue bistro stripe placemats. Both styles work well for [different] kitchen and dining room types, including modern, farmhouse, or country.”

Shop discount stores.

Retailers such as HomeGoods, TJ Maxx, and Marshalls are known for their quality pieces that are sold at a major discount. These are great places to shop if you’re looking to perk up your decorative accessories, Boiko says. “For example, I love the throw pillows at HomeGoods,” she says. “Some retailers make you purchase the pillow cover and cushion separately, which can add up quickly whereas HomeGoods typically offers several options of throw pillows that are stylish and budget-friendly.” Tip: Save more by scoping out the clearance section and consider this: “Speak with a sales associate to find out when new shipments arrive,” Woroch says. “These deliveries are usually on the same days each week. This way you can be among the first to check out the new arrivals before they sell out (since inventory is often limited.”)

Scope out end-of-season sales.

Timing is everything, and this is especially true when it comes to shopping for home décor items at a discount. For example, you can pick up patio furniture at a huge savings toward the end of summer, Woroch says. Or pick up holiday items at deep discounts once those holiday seasons are done. “It’s always a great idea to time your shopping right to save big,” she says.

Browse garage sales.

Whether your town is known for its garage sales, tag sales, or stoop sales, you’re bound to find bargains if you make it a goal to stop and take a look whenever you happen upon one. “You never know what

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you can find at a garage sale, and furniture is easy to repurpose, refinish, or recover,” Woroch says. “I always suggest giving garage sale hunting a try, especially if you’re on a tight budget.” Tip: Sites like Facebook Marketplace make it easy to shop used home decor locally. You can adjust your search based on your city and the distance you’re willing to travel to pick up whatever you’re looking for, Woroch says. “You can easily chat with the seller via Messenger to discuss details, see pictures, and negotiate the price. Plus, the social [media] aspect makes you feel safe since you can see who you are dealing with and possibly even have mutual friends,” she adds. Lambeth Hochwald is a New York City-based journalist covering trends, relationships, and life in New York City.

5 Apps That Make Decorating Easy Still stuck on how to place furniture in an odd-shaped room or how to unify a color scheme? It’s never been easier to update the look of your home— without even leaving your house. Here are five apps to get you started in the path to updating your home décor, purchasing new furniture, or just drawing a floor plan to make sure you’re maximizing your space. Benjamin Moore Color Capture: Take a photo of a color you love, and the app will match it to more than 3,300 colors on file. Just think: Your walls can instantly match your favorite color. Havenly: This app pairs users with expert interior designers to offer advice on your space no matter your budget. Houzz: On this app, there’s a sketch function that enables you to annotate and draw on your images. Or just save your ideas by style and room and take them with you next time you’re shopping. Ikea Place: If you love shopping at Ikea but have no idea where to put that shelving unit you’ve just put together, this free app comes with augmented-reality so you can actually zero in on where your new furniture will fit in your space—before you even leave your home to head to the Swedish megastore. Magic Plan: With this app, you won’t need to measure or draw. Instead, you simply send a photo of your space to create a floor plan that works.

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Rooming with Baby

›› While it may seem like it’s more for convenience, sharing your room with your infant has more benefits than easy nighttime feedings. By Anja Webb

ne of the aspects of living in the New York area can mean limited space for many families. Between negotiating who gets what part of the one-bedroom and figuring out how you’re going to squeeze yet another toy in your apartment, living in close quarters can be a struggle. This limited space often causes parents and their babies to share a room. However, even for those who live in suburbs or who have more spacious living situations, many families feel more comfortable sharing a sleeping space with their infant. Regardless of where you live, it’s likely you’ll end up room sharing in the early months. Luckily, there’s a silver lining to sleeping in the same room as your infant. Sharing a room with your newborn can actually have many benefits, and it’s recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics for at least the first three months, if not the first year, of your little one’s life in order to reduce the risk of sleep-related death and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Keeping your baby within arm’s reach of your bed can actually lower the risk of SIDS by up to 50 percent, according to the AAP. Here’s what you need to know when preparing to room share with the newest member of your family.

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death of a baby less than 1 year old in which the cause was not obvious before investigation.” Most cases of SIDS occur during sleep or in the child’s sleep area, according to the CDC, which is one of the reasons why it’s so important to keep your baby close at nighttime or during naps. So how does room sharing help prevent SIDS? This could be because it allows parents to respond to their infant’s needs in a timelier fashion, according to Leslie Solomonian, B.S., a doctor of naturopathic medicine with an emphasis on pediatric care and professor at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. Newborns are still learning how to regulate their autonomic functions—the ability to normalize their body temperature, heart rate, breathing rate, sleep cycles, and more—and quick responsiveness can help prevent issues related to the autonomic functions that could be potential causes for SIDS, Solomonian says.

How to Room Share Properly

As previously mentioned, when sharing a room with an infant it’s important to keep your child within arm’s reach, ideally in a basinet or crib next to your bed. Your newborn’s sleep space should follow basic safety guidelines, including ensuring her sleep space is devoid of all soft or fluffy materials such as blankets or stuffed animals, her mattress is firm, and she’s dressed lightly for sleep, according to the AAP, in order to avoid suffocation or overheating.

Additionally, babies should not share a room with parents who are smokers, says Leigh Anne O’Connor, media liaison for Le Leche League of New York, lactation consultation, and mother of three. “If you have one cigarette, it takes twenty-four hours for you to not be exhaling the carcinogens,” O’Connor says. These chemicals are especially dangerous for babies and should be strictly avoided. It’s important to note that the AAP recommendation is not co-sleeping. “There’s tons of evidence on the benefits of room sharing and sometimes it’s extrapolated to co-sleeping or bed sharing,” Solomonian says. “And that’s a little bit controversial because if a parent is co-sleeping with a child or bed sharing, there’s a risk that they could roll over on the child or they could suffocate the infant.” Additionally, most parents sleep with pillows, blankets, and/or soft mattresses that make their bed an unsafe sleep surface for babies.

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Aside from the safety benefits of room sharing, there are myriad emotional and social benefits of being physically close with your newborn. “It allows breast-feeding to be more effective,” Solomonian says. “So, when baby’s in another room and mom doesn’t hear the baby fussing, there’s a bit of a delay in terms of responding to the baby’s needs to nurse.” By being able to feed the infant sooner, parents can teach their child his needs can be met in a timely fashion without needing to scream at the top of his lungs or wail for prolonged periods of time. This can help minimize fussiness and excessive crying. Aside from breast-feeding benefits, room sharing also helps with “reducing stress because parents are probably getting more sleep, they’re more connected to their babies, and that promotes a lot of those healthy neurotransmitters and hormones in the body as opposed to the stress hormones,” according to Solomonian. In other words, being with your baby can help make you feel closer.

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Drawbacks of Room Sharing

Room sharing may seem like the perfect sleeping arrangement, but, realistically, caring for a newborn will force you to adjust certain aspects of your life, and room sharing is no different. Your baby will have different sleeping patterns and bedtime needs than you or your partner. Most newborns sleep between 16 and 17 hours a day, but usually only in 1- to 2-hour increments, according to the AAP. This inevitably makes for an irregular sleeping schedule for parents. This difference in sleep patterns can result in displacement of popular pre-bedtime activities for parents like reading or watching TV in bed. The light and sound produced can keep the baby awake and disrupt her sleeping pattern, O’Connor says. However, this doesn’t mean your nighttime hobbies are gone for good. “If the parents want to do something that involves lights and noise, they can go somewhere else,” O’Connor says. For couples who are worried that sharing a room with their baby will impact their relationship in terms of physical intimacy, O’Connor recommends going to another room or dropping your little one off with a babysitter for an evening. Additionally, it’s important to remember that part of parental intimacy is “being kind to each other throughout the day, and offering help, and not being stressed,” Solomonian says. “Intimacy happens in all sorts of ways besides sex.” Ultimately, there are a lot of ways in which families can manage their bedtime routines and sleeping arrangements, whether that’s moving the baby into the parents’ room or vice versa. “There’s not one way to do it and there’s not one way that must be done (besides being safe),” O’Connor says. “Each family has to do what works best for them.”

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Conversations to Have with Your Teen About Dating ››

Nervous? Uncomfortable? Shy? Imagine how they must feel. By Karen Lo

f the thought of talking to your kids about dating or having “the talk” makes you wince, you wouldn’t be the first. And maybe you’ve picked up on a mutual feeling of “anything but that” from the young adults in your family. Good thing you’re not alone! For both parents and kids, it’s just part of growing up. Being able to have frank and informative conversations with your children as they take on more responsibilities in the world is the job of every parent. At some point, you might talk to them about filing taxes or applying for scholarships—but probably even sooner than that, you’ll have to talk to them about dating. So then, where and when should you start? In fact, it’s much easier for parents and teens to have “the talk” when it’s broken down into a bunch of smaller discussions. “Talking with teens about dating and sex shouldn’t be one big conversation,” says Jill Whitney, a licensed marriage and family therapist, workshop leader, and author based in Connecticut. “It’s much easier on everyone to have many talks over many years. Dating and sex are complex, multifaceted topics, and each topic merits its own conversation. Keeping them brief is also less overwhelming.” As for all the ground you’ll want to cover, it’s helpful to have some guidance on what to bring up. Read on for some of the topics to check off your list.

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Learn what dating means to your teen.

Readiness to date depends on your child’s level of maturity and also what “dating” means in your community and your child’s peer group, according to Whitney. Sometimes dating means daily text exchanges and little or no time together in real life. Dating might mean going to the movies with a group of friends or spending a lot of 1-on-1 time together. A young teen might be ready for one version of dating and not for the other.

Find out what’s going on at your teen’s school.

Ask teens what they think about situations at school, Whitney recommends. What happened when those two students broke up? Did they treat each other well? What does your teen think about the sexual language or situations in music or movies? Does it fit real life? Does it reflect the kind of relationship they’d like to have? What do they think about gender roles and expectations at their school? What’s different for guys and girls? Do they think that’s fair? The important thing, Whitney says, is “even if your teen doesn’t answer your questions, it’ll get their gears turning. It also shows that you’re willing to talk when they’re ready.”

Ask about what’s happening online.

Parents’ level of involvement with kids’ use of technology depends partly on their ages. Though you should limit your pre-teen’s Internet and technology access as well as know their passwords, as they get older and demonstrate the ability to make good decisions, they can have more autonomy. You want to transition kids to greater independence as they get closer to college or the working world. That being said, of course, we can’t ignore that kids, especially young adults, tend to be more tech-savvy than parents. All you can do about this is realize you can’t control everything they do online. That’s why it’s essential to talk regularly about online risks and choices, Whitney counsels. Explain that while sexting may feel fun and flirty, it carries real risks. Make sure kids know that anything they post online is forever, and encourage them to imagine how embarrassing that could be. Emphasize that you expect them to treat others kindly both online and in real life. Moreover, talk with your kids about the unhealthy tendency for all of us to be tied to devices, ask for their input, then announce limitations that work for your family. The best solution is regular device-free times in the day, where everyone, parents included, is away from their phones—especially if texting non-stop is your teen’s idea of dating.

Remind your teens that friendships are important, too. Although the idea of their kids dating can be scary to parents, dating is important for young people for many reasons. “Dating helps young people develop relationship skills and learn about themselves and what matters to them,” Whitney says. “Especially in a time where so much interaction is online, there’s real value in learning to connect offline with another person.” To that end, remind your teenager that their friendships still deserve care and attention. As they navigate their love lives, their friendships are likely to change and go through growing pains. As they grow up, you’ll also get to know your children’s best friends. Talk to your kids about dividing their social time wisely, between their partners, friends, and whatever after-school activities they’re involved in.

Ensure your teen knows about safe sex.

It was Kylie Jenner’s pregnancy video on YouTube, “To Our Daughter,” that led to an impromptu check-in between Eirene Heidelberger and her now 14-year-old son about safe sex. The video, uploaded on Feb. 4, 2018, announced the birth of Jenner’s daughter with her boyfriend, Travis Scott, when they were 20 and 25, respectively. “He was like, ‘I can’t believe they had a baby. They’re so young!’” “I was like, ‘No kidding—you know how to use condoms, right?’” “He was like, ‘Yeah mom, I know.’” Heidelberger, a certified parenting coaching specialist who founded GIT Mom (Get It Together, Mom), is a mother of three sons. Her oldest, the 14-year-old, keeps his parents relatively in the loop about his weekly movie dates with his girlfriend. When it comes to talking to her son about sensitive subjects, Heidelberger has a simple approach that works for her. “Ask one basic question, and just stop talking.” Her advice is to let them structure the conversation, and that means encouraging both their questions for you and the information they already know. Finally, Heidelberger says, have an exit strategy! Think about the way you’d like to end the conversation, then be ready to gracefully leave the room and move on with your day.

Keep in mind the differences between sons and daughters. Most of the messages you’ll convey about sex and dating should be the same for kids of any gender: Treat others with respect, be kind, “no” means “no,” relationships should be balanced. But given the cultural messages kids get, you’ll want to emphasize different things to boys than to girls. For girls, stress that they have every right to say “no” to anything sexual or romantic that doesn’t feel right to them. They can also say “yes” when the time comes, but they shouldn’t feel pressured to move faster than they want to. For boys, do what you can to offset cultural pressures to prove their masculinity by having sex and being tough. Boys have tender feelings just like everyone else—make sure your son knows it’s normal to care about romantic partners, and to be kind and gentle.

Talk about how to treat romantic partners.

It’s important for parents to talk with teens about how you expect them to treat other people, especially romantic partners. Whitney says she found that teens really want guidance from their parents about this in her research with young adults. Don’t lecture, but do tell them what you believe and why, she advises.

Reiterate consent is everything and more.

The #MeToo movement has made teens much more aware of consent as an issue, but many of them are confused about what consent looks like in practice, Whitney says. Be sure your teen, of any gender, knows that when a partner says “no” or expresses reluctance about any sexual activity, they need to stop. Pressuring someone is not okay. Kids need to know that they have every right to say “no” and be taken seriously. Boys, especially, need to know that failing to respect someone’s “no” can have legal ramifications and does serious emotional harm to the other person, Whitney advises. If he wants to be a good guy, he needs to believe his partner when she says “no.” The time is right only when both people say an enthusiastic “yes.”

Explain dating and financial responsibility.

Okay, so now that you’ve talked to your kids about all those other difficult and thought-provoking topics, don’t forget to talk about money. Financial responsibility and dating go hand-inhand. So whether your teenager has a job or an allowance, now’s a good time to touch base about their finances. In Heidelberger’s words, “if you want to have this social life, you need to pay for part of it.” When you start to have these important talks within your family, you will, undoubtedly, feel awkward at first. But as with everything, it gets easier with practice. One way to start these conversations, Whitney offers, is to say, “I just want to be on the record that…” or “You probably already know this, but I want to make sure…” However you start, it’s much more important to talk openly than to say everything perfectly. Growing up means something different to every new generation of young adults. As your children come of age, make your home a place where they can experience those differences without judgement—like, for example, the way they might prefer to text you rather than answer your calls. Preparing for this stretch of parenting can be stressful—but at least you don’t have to be a teenager again. Karen Lo is a writer living in Brooklyn.

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Michael Mesbah, M.D. is board-certified with more than 20 years of private practice experience. His experience and expertise in obstetrics has made him one of the most respected physicians on Long Island. He has extensive training in gynecological surgery, and is a certified robotic surgeon. Karyn Wat, M.D. is multilingual in English, Spanish, and Chinese. She has been trained in general and high-risk obstetric care, as well as gynecological surgery. She is compassionate, dedicated, and knowledgeable in issues pertaining to teenagers, family planning, menstrual and hormonal abnormalities, and menopausal symptoms.

PDM Family Dental 295 N. Broadway, Jericho pdmfamilydental.com info@pdmfamilydental.com

PDM Family Dental is a new dental office at the Hicksville Jericho border. We are here to provide comprehensive care for your children and your entire family’s dental needs. We strive to provide a comfortable dental experience and aim to help you walk out with a smile. Dr. Makkar is a huge advocate of educating families to take care of their dental needs and of supporting communities. We do accept most insurances but also provide in-office dental plans so that dental care is accessible to all. We are open evenings.

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Merrick Pediatric Dentistry 1756A Merrick Ave., Merrick 516-547-1997 merrickpediatricdentistry.com

Dr. Rania Elbaz is a board-certified pediatric dentist. She earned her dental degree from Columbia University. She then completed her pediatric dental training at UMDNJ-New Jersey Dental School. Dr. Elbaz loves working with children and strives to create a warm and fun environment that children look forward to visiting. Dr. Elbaz sees every patient in order to ensure the consistency that is so important to young children. The office welcomes and gives extra time and attention to patients with special needs. The office also participates with most major insurance plans.

Long Island Center for Speech and Myofunctional Therapy Locations across Suffolk and Nassau: East Yaphank, Farmingville, Stony Brook, Commack, Jericho, Wantagh, and Lake Success lispeechandmyo.com Nassau: 516-216-1791 Suffolk: 631-689-6858 Queens: 718-640-6767 Janine Stiene, speech-language pathologist, owns and operates Long Island Center for Speech and Myofunctional Therapy. With her group of therapists, she supports families and children across Long Island, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders, expressive and receptive language disorders in adults and children. Intensive feeding therapy for individuals who suffer from texture and consistency aversions, and Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) are also offered. Seven affiliated offices across Long Island participate with most health insurance and offer evening and Saturday hours.

The Tooth Pillow Dentistry 775 Park Ave., Suite 340, Huntington 516-317-2476 toothpillowny.com

The Tooth Pillow Dentistry is a group of board-certified pediatric dentists and dentist anesthesiologists that work together to safely provide dental treatment while your child is sedated. We provide this service for children who cannot be treated in the typical dental chair setting due to age, behavior, or other factors that hinder treatment. Your child will leave our office with all of his/her dental work completed, free from pain and bad memories. We will treat your child as if they were our own. Trust your child with the experts in pediatric dental sedation.

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Art League of Long Island Summer Art Adventure Paumanok Elementary School, 1 Seaman Neck Road, Dix Hills Summer Pre-College Portfolio Development 107 E. Deer Park Road, Dix Hills 631-462-5400 artleagueli.org info@artleague.org Visit our open house, Sunday, March 31, 10am-2pm. Studio tours, learn about our year-round art classes, summer programs for ages 5-14, and Summer Portfolio Development for ages 15-18. Enjoy hands-on art activities!

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3186 Sound Ave., Riverhead 516-433-7970 x11 ccenassau.org Visit one of our open house dates on April 6, May 4, or May 18 from 10am-1pm.

East Woods School

31 Yellow Cote Road, Oyster Bay 516-922-4400 eastwoods.org Join us for an open house on April 14 from 11am-1pm. Inspiring confidence, excellence, and kindness since 1946. Please RSVP to mcedrone@eastwoods.org.

Extreme STEAM Science Kids

450 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills 631-499-8580 extremesteamcamp.com info@extremesteamscience.com Tours are available Monday–Friday from 10am-3pm, year-round, and Saturdays and Sundays, 11am-2pm, February–June. Call to confirm a date and time for your tour. We look forward to meeting you!

Friends Academy

270 Duck Pond Road, Locust Valley 516-676-0393 fa.org Our goal is to support our summer campers as they create, explore, discover, and learn! Come in and learn more about our STEM, sports, and arts programs on March 23.

Holy Family School

17 Fordham Ave., Hicksville 516-938-3846 x329 hfsli.org Making a difference one child at a time. Come see what we’re all about. Call anytime for a tour.

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100 Drexel Ave., Melville 631-694-3399 kenwaldaycamp.com kenwaloffice@kenwaldaycamp.com Visit Kenwal to meet with our directors and tour our beautiful, 20-acre campgrounds. Sundays from 12-3pm through June, or call for a personal tour. Lock in discounted rates through Summer 2021!

Long Island Voyager’s Day Camp Nassau and Suffolk locations 516-238-4586 livoyagersdaycamp.com livoyagersdaycamp@gmail.com

Open house March 9 and April 6. Receive $100 off tuition! Learn about our unique summer camp experience for children ages 4-14 offering amazing activities and fun-filled days of recreation.

Park Shore Country Day Camp and School

450 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills 631-499-8580 parkshoredaycamp.com info@parkshoredaycamp.com Tours are available Monday–Friday from 10am-3pm, year-round, and Saturdays and Sundays, 11am-2pm, February–June. Call to confirm a date and time for your tour. We look forward to meeting you!

Smithtown Christian School

1 Higbie Drive, Smithtown 631-265-3334 learnwithscs.org Join us for an open house March 16 at 10am. You’ll be able to meet our administrators and teachers-plus see a concert! There will also be crafts and games for the children.

St. Dominic Elementary School

35 School St., Oyster Bay 516-922-4233 stdomsob.org One journey through faith and education. Call anytime for a tour.

Thomas School of Horsemanship

Summer Day Camp 250 Round Swamp Road, Melville 631-692-6840 tshcamp.com tsh@tshcamp.com A traditional day camp with a full riding program! We are passionate about children having fun-filled days while learning some of life’s most important lessons. Call to schedule a personal tour.

Usdan Summer Camp for the Arts

185 Colonial Springs Road, Wheatley Heights 631-643-7900 usdan.org/visit info@usdan.org Join us for an open house Sundays, March 24 and April 19 from 11am-2pm. The campus is yours to visit and explore. Receive a chance to “win” a tuition discount. Register at usdan.org/visit.

Winston Preparatory School

30 Deforest Road, Dix Hills 212-719-5598 x2213 winstonprep.edu/our-campuses/li liadmissions@winstonprep.edu Winston Prep is a highly individualized setting for third to 12th grade students with specific learning differences. Open house: Tuesday, March 19 at 9:15am and Tuesday, April 2 at 6:30pm.

The Green Vale School

250 Valentine’s Lane, Old Brookville 516-621-2420 greenvaleschool.org Join us for an open house March 13 or April 11 at 9am. Visit greenvaleschool. org to RSVP or schedule an informational tour at your convenience.

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Countryside Montessori School ................ 21 Destination Science ................................... 21

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Countryside Montessori School ................ 21

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Eye Level Learning Center ........................ 15

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As You Wish Parties ..................................... 29

Green Vale School ...................................... 9

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Merrick Pediatric Dentistry......................... 50

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Keeping Memories Alive ››

Courtesy Sara Rubinfeld

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How my husband and I keep the spirit of my father alive with our kids

y 20s were a whirlwind. I am sure it’s a feeling many of us share. I graduated college at 21, met my future husband at 22, started grad school at 23, then got married at 25. I finished grad school and had my first baby just a few weeks apart. I was 27. My Dad died when I was 29. And since that day, everything in my life has been divided into two parts: before Daddy died and after. His death made me the first among my friends to lose a parent as an adult. Trust me, that’s not the kind of distinction anyone wants. As many people will tell you, the loss of a parent is something from which you never truly recover. The lucky ones among us figure out how to keep moving forward. Our daughter turned 5 last summer. When she was born, my Dad was nine years into his battle with kidney disease. With medication, lots of doctor’s appointments, daily dialysis, and copious amounts of support from my Mom, our extended family, and their friends, he was managing it. December marked four years since my Dad passed. In December our son, named after my Dad, also turned 3. It’s hard for me—for both me and my husband—raising our kids without my Dad. Grandpa was a role he was born to play. Almost from day one he jumped into the deep end. There was no greater gift the world could’ve given him than becoming a grandpa. Unfortunately, our time together was cut short; he died when our daughter was 17 months old. Our daughter doesn’t remember him, and our son is still too young to comprehend the loss. But we talk about my Dad a lot.

By Sara Rubinfeld

Keep talking. It’s one of the lessons I learned from the death of my grandmother when I was young. My parents and aunts and uncles never stopped talking about my grandmother. They talked about her so much to the point that my two younger cousins—one who was too young to remember her and the other who was born after she had passed away—can tell the stories and family lore almost as well as the rest of us. I talk to our kids because I really thought we would have more time with my Dad than we got. I talk to our kids because I want them to know how proud he would’ve been of all their accomplishments, both great and small. Talk to your kids about loved ones who have passed because you love them, and you want your kids to know how important this person was (and still is) in your life. Talk about them because you know how much they would’ve loved your kids. Talk about loved ones who have passed because your kids will do or say things that will remind you of them. Share with your kids the things that brought those loved ones joy. You never know when you will find a shared passion or a simple moment of appreciation. I wish my Dad was here to get to know our kids in all of his threedimensional glory, but I do the best I can both to honor his memory and to connect our kids to the grandfather they will never know. The ability to talk to our kids about my Dad is one of the greatest gifts my family gave me. Now I’m hoping I can inspire some of you to share that gift with your kids as well.

Sara Rubinfeld is a wife, mom, and nonprofit fundraiser. When she isn’t busy trying to save the world one charitable gift at a time, she can be found at home in Brooklyn with her husband, kids, and cats. This is her first personal writing piece for a professional publication.

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