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Educating Others About Your Child’s Asthma and Allergies 5 ways to prepare the adults in your child’s life to act in an emergency situation

Let’s Get Organized

From kids’ rooms to bathrooms and the kitchen, easy solutions to keep your home clutter-free.

health 14 Is That Normal?

18 Bye, Bye, Bad Habits 22 What Parents Need to Know About Life Insurance 24 Health Directory

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raising kids 6 Editor’s Note 8 New Places, New Programs 10 Educating Others About Your Child’s Asthma and Allergies 12 A Successful Start with Your New Nanny 42 Camp Directory 46 Camps at-a-Glance Chart 50 Open Houses, Meet the Health Care Professional 51 Party Central 52 Professional Services 53 Advertisers’ Index

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raising kids editor’s note MAY 2019 • Vol.24 • No.10

Here’s to You!

H

appy Mother’s Day to all of you lovely readers! Whether your family is planning an elaborate brunch out or a classic, yet cozy breakfast in bed, or your partner is giving you a day of relaxation, we hope you have a day that truly celebrates you.

If you’re a brand-new or expecting mom, you’ll want to turn to “Is That Normal?” (p.

14), in which we explore the various changes—physically, hormonally, emotionally—your body will go through postpartum. You’ll find out what’s normal and when you should seek help.

If you’re a mom of a teenager or two (are your teens putting you through the paces?), we discuss how you can encourage your child to nix the bad habits he has likely adopted and replace them with healthy ones (p. 18).

As summer inches closer, we just seem to always have camp on our minds—and we’re getting more and more excited! If you’re looking for a dance, art, theater, sports, academic enrichment, music, or STEAM camp for your little one, you’ll want to check out our specialty camp descriptions (p. 42) and the at-a-glance comparison chart (p. 46).

And to help you with the camp planning process even more, we’re re-issuing The Camp Planner by Queens Parent, which is full of great articles, descriptions of area camps, camp comparison charts, and open house schedules. So, if you’re looking for a last-minute registration, you won’t want to miss this ultimate, all-in-one, camp resource! You can find it at nymetroparents.com/campguide/queens!

With spring in full force (are you sneezing up a storm too?) and spring cleaning on our minds, what better time to get your home a little organized? From the bathroom to your kids’ rooms, experts share insider tips to keep your living space clutter-free (p. 26).

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Auditions for Shrek will be held June 22, with performances scheduled for Aug. 9-10. Approximately 30 students will work all summer on the music and choreography they will be performing and will take trips to locations that relate to Shrek and his story.

The camp runs from 8am-4pm Monday-Friday and students can stay after for private voice or piano lessons for the first time this summer. On the day of auditions, students will be assigned parts, and then begin rehearsing scenes, music, and choreography.

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Who: Ultimate Enrichment Summer Camps What’s New: Bayside location at P.S. 376 which is scheduled to open July 8.

Ultimate Enrichment Summer Camps is known for its sports programming, but it will bring theater and dance to the forefront of the program in Bayside with a couple of different shows and one performance for parents at the end of the summer.

The camp has 10 locations throughout the Bronx and hopes to become embedded in the Bayside community, according to Michael Garcia, owner and director of Ultimate Enrichment.

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Experienced tennis players in sixth to 10th grades who are interested in a full day of tennis can participate in the two-week sessions from July 1-Aug. 9.

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Educating Others About Your Child’s Asthma and Allergies ›› By Melissa Wickes

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aving a child with a life-threatening allergy is constantly scary.

As much as you can prepare yourself for the worst, it adds extra comfort to know the other adults in your child’s life are also prepared to act in an emergency situation. Purvi Parikh, M.D., an allergist with Allergy & Asthma Network, shares what parents of children with a life-threatening allergy should do to ensure their child is safe at all times—even when the child isn’t with the parent.

Create an action plan. Once it’s determined your child has a life-threatening allergy or asthma, be sure to talk to her physician about constructing an action plan, Dr. Parikh suggests. This should detail what an allergic reaction or asthma attack would look like, as well as what to do at the time, what medicines to administer, and when to call 911.

on the child. Empower your child to speak up in these situations— and to speak up about any allergies when necessary.

Educate all adults in his life about the allergy or asthma.

Everyone who interacts with your child—from coaches and teachers to babysitters and grandparents—should be well informed of the action plan, Dr. Parikh says.

Ensure emergency medications are always available. All caregivers should have access to emergency medications. A doctor can generally prescribe EpiPens in bulk, according to Dr. Parikh, so give one to your child’s babysitter, teachers, coaches, and grandparents—and give one to your child to carry. Whomever is given the responsibility of holding the EpiPen should know how to properly use it (there are instructional videos online). If the child suffers from asthma, he must have quick-relief medication on hand and with all caregivers.

Encourage your child to speak up when a reaction is occurring.

When you’re not around, your child is her own best advocate. With the help of your physician, teach your child to know what feelings indicate she is having a reaction. This can mean itchy skin or rash, difficulty breathing, vomiting, tummy aches, and more, depending

Teach the child to use medications. While it is important for the adults in your child’s life to know how to administer emergency medications, it is equally, if not more, important for the child with the allergy to know how if she is older than 4, according to Dr. Parikh. This includes asthma pumps and antihistamines.

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A Successful Start with Your New Nanny ››

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ou just hired your new nanny!

Everyone is very excited, and you are totally optimistic that she’s going to work out great. A nanny starting with a new family might feel very much like she has just arrived in a new “town.” Suddenly she is working—and oftentimes living—in a new home with a family she knows very little about. She doesn’t know the ins and outs, the routines, or the family dynamic.

As a new employer, the most important thing you can do to ensure an easy transition is to act as a family interpreter; you need to teach your new nanny the “language” of your home.

issues. Any information you can provide to help her adjust will go a long way toward making her feel more capable in her new job. Don’t forget lists of area activities and playdate contacts.

Be Patient

Explain Your Expectations

Describe in detail a typical day with your kids and be very specific about what role you expect her to play. Communicating these details clearly will ensure she understands what you expect of her.

Create a Family Manual

Provide your nanny with a written “guidebook” containing summaries of your family’s schedule, routines, preferences, and medical

Your nanny is going to be in charge of the health, safety, and wellbeing of your children, so it’s in everyone’s best interest to facilitate mutually respectful dialogue if you need to raise any issues. It’s going to take time, patience, and effort—but eventually your nanny will be a fully integrated citizen of your “town.” And taking the time to be a helpful “interpreter” throughout the transition period will be the key ingredient to ensuring a happy and healthy relationship with your new nanny.

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Is That Normal?

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Medical experts share what new moms can expect—physically and emotionally— when they’re no longer expecting. By Jacqui Neber

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omen are taught to expect numerous changes to their bodies during pregnancy; from weight gain to weird cravings to swollen feet, there are just some things we know might happen. However, we don’t talk about the changes that might happen to your body after your baby is born nearly as much, which can lead women to think what they’re experiencing isn’t normal. Since hormonal and emotional changes are common after delivery, it can be difficult to know when what you’re feeling could signify postpartum depression, which can also be frightening.

In terms of physical changes, thinning hair, scar itching, breast engorgement, and more are usually completely normal ways your body adjusts to motherhood as hormones swing back to normal. Some changes are very common, especially when you reach six-seven months postpartum. Alyssa Dweck, M.D., a New York OBGYN and assistant clinical professor at Mount Sinai Hospital’s School of Medicine in Manhattan, who has been practicing for more than 20 years, says she sees a multitude of “abnormalities” in patients that are not cause for alarm.

What’s Normal–and How to Know

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though we always check for other problems that could be causing them. It is incredibly common for women to have significant hair loss at about six or seven months postpartum,” Dr. Dweck says.

“It’s a very common thing to go in the shower and have clumps of hair falling out.”

Dr. Dweck says many women also worry about hemorrhoids and weight gain, as well as itchy C-section scars, but these issues are relatively common too. “I don’t want to call [these experiences] normal. I want to call them not abnormal,” she says. “Some people have a C-section and never get a scar. Some people never get hemorrhoids. It’s individual.”

Lindsey Scharfman, M.D., echoes that hair loss, engorged breasts, some bleeding, and dependent edema, where the body swells bilaterally, are all normal conditions to experience after having a baby. Her patients at Crystal Run Healthcare in West Nyack experience a spectrum of postpartum issues that wind up being nonissues.

Christine Catanzaro, R.N., a mother from Northport, had two children 17 months apart. She noted drastic physical differences in her body between having a boy and a girl. While she did not experience hair loss after her son was born, significant hair fell out after having her daughter. She also gained more weight, experi-

enced more tearing in the labia region, and says her feet were more swollen. She experienced more emotional volatility after having her daughter, but partially attributes that to working nights, sleeping poorly, and having two very young children to parent.

“You don’t have time to feel sorry for yourself,” Catanzaro says.

“These extra side effects, I wouldn’t change for the experience of having my kids.”

What’s Not Normal—and What to Do

Doctors agree that certain “normal” symptoms can morph into abnormal ones after birth, and new mothers need to watch their symptoms carefully. Bleeding, for example, is normal, Dr. Scharfman says, but only to an extent.

“Bleeding should be like a period or less,” she says. “If you’re going through one pad a day, that’s normal. But if it’s one to two pads every hour, that’s not normal, and you need to go to [the hospital]. It could be a postpartum hemorrhage.”

New mothers who experience severe dizziness upon standing, feel weak and cold, or have racing heartbeats could be anemic.

And if one leg, for example, is more swollen than the other, that could signify a blood clot. If a woman experiences blurred vision, a headache that doesn’t go away with pain medication, or upper belly pain, she could have pre-eclampsia. All of these conditions require immediate medical attention.

There are also potentially less serious physical abnormalities that Dr. Dweck says need to be discussed with your doctor.

“When is it not normal? So, hair loss where it doesn’t seem to stop, or you’re having huge, big bald spots…That needs to be addressed by your physician to make sure it’s not something other than just typical postpartum hair loss,” Dr. Dweck says. “As far as

the itchy scar, [you just need to make sure] there’s no infection, that there’s no underlying skin condition…Any questions or concerns about it being ‘right’…It’s worth a check with your OBGYN.” Olga Tusheva, M.D., an OBGYN at Montefiore Nyack Hospital in Nyack, mentioned breast pain as another issue that could become abnormal. “If one breast is significantly bigger than the other, if there is swelling or redness, tenderness, [or if changes are] not proportional to [breast] appearance, then the woman should [see her OBGYN] to make sure everything is normal,” Dr. Tusheva says.

The 411 on Postpartum Volatility

Beyond bodily changes, new mothers should monitor their emotions and understand the signs of postpartum volatility. Dr. Dweck prefers not to call this issue “postpartum depression” because that terminology can be pejorative. She says it is one of the challenges women are most concerned about, after postpartum weight gain.

“The emotional volatility that comes about after having a baby, in a good way and in not such a good way, is notable,” she says. “And this is combined with sleep deprivation, which doesn’t help. So, it becomes a concern: How am I going to manage everything?”

Certain populations of women, Dr. Dweck says, are more prone to developing postpartum volatility. Among those most vulnerable are first-time mothers, women who are part of underserved populations, and women who have a history of anxiety or depression during pregnancy. If you start feeling down after having your baby, seek help as soon as possible, and try to get some sleep—it’s vital in managing these feelings, Dr. Dweck emphasizes.

Dr. Tusheva says “post-baby blues” are very common because mothers are often overwhelmed when they bring the baby home and the responsibilities of motherhood are fully realized. “It can continued on next page

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happen to any woman, whether it’s her first time having a baby or third or fourth time being a mom,” she says. “We all can be overwhelmed by other people, the social pressure, [feeling] like we need to be the best mother we can be, and the attention imposed on us by our family—our moms, our husbands, mother-in-law, and other people who care about us.”

But when post-baby blues stick around for longer than a short while, they can become more serious. It is imperative to seek medical help.

“Once in a while the symptoms can persist and reach postpartum depression, which can be a very dangerous condition,” Dr. Tusheva says. “If she feels down, overwhelmed, stressed, if there’s any thought of harming herself or baby, all of those symptoms should be discussed with an obstetrician or a primary care physician or a psychiatrist. Someone who can help [her] feel better, as opposed to leaving the condition untreated and having it get worse.”

Hospitals conduct postpartum screenings before sending women home with their new babies, but Dr. Tusheva says every woman should be aware of what PPD could potentially look like. Many things contribute to how a woman is feeling after giving birth, such as sleep, the baby’s health, the baby’s sleep patterns, the availability of support at home, socioeconomic status that relates to available support, or a history of anxiety or depression.

“If a woman is finding herself feeling helpless, hopeless, if she is catching herself thinking any type of thoughts concerning harming the baby or giving the baby away or how much her life would be easier without the baby, if she finds herself just being sad and upset,” Dr. Tusheva says, “I would say for days in a row as opposed to moments of temporary feelings or temporarily upset, then all of

those are the concerning factors for developing PPD.” Treatment for postpartum depression varies on an individual basis. The most important thing to do is seek help so your doctor and psychiatrist can help you feel better, sooner.

The Bottom Line

There are essential steps, Dr. Dweck says, that mothers can take in ensuring they remain healthy and happy after pregnancy. One of the most important things you can do is educate yourself about what to expect in the postpartum space.

“Be conscious, be mindful. Women these days, particularly in the communities I practice in, take a lot of care and try to empower themselves with information and education, whether it’s online or with other moms or new moms or family members,” Dr. Dweck says. “But often times you get misinformation out there. So, I think the bottom line is just to always check if something is out of the ordinary with your health care provider.”

Dr. Scharfman emphasizes the importance of sharing everything with your doctor—and speaking up if something doesn’t feel right.

“Having a new baby is really hard,” she says. “If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask. If you think something is wrong, don’t just tell the nurse, tell the doctor. Don’t be afraid to reach out.”

When dealing with postpartum blues, Dr. Dweck says, do not be ashamed to talk about what you’re feeling. “And if you feel like you’re spiraling in that direction, please don’t suffer in silence. Get some assistance and talk to your health care provider,” she says.

“It’s not a shameful situation. It is what it is, and it really is out of people’s control most of the time. Don’t be afraid to ask for help.

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hat’s the most annoying thing your teenager does? Is it that he’s constantly sleeping in and on the verge of being late for school? Maybe it’s that her hygiene habits, or lack thereof, force you to ask probing questions like, “When was the last time you took a shower?” Maybe it’s the fact that when phrases like “healthy habits,” “personal responsibility,” or “we need to talk,” come out of your mouth, the teenager in the room immediately responds by rolling his eyes or vanishing. If you’re currently the parent of a teenager, it’s probably all these things and more.

Aside from loading up the car and booking an extended, adults-only getaway until she reaches “I should’ve listened to my parents” age, what can you do to help your teenager reach responsible adulthood without losing your mind?

To tackle this big question, family therapists, psychologists, and doctors share easy-to-follow tips. But first, what exactly are these bad habits teens should nix asap? Ana Jovanovic, M.S., a psychologist and life coach from Parenting Pod, an online resource for parents on mental health and well-being, says they include: • Personal hygiene: Not showering often enough, not using deodorant, not flossing or brushing teeth, and not wearing clean clothes • Bedtime and morning routines: Staying up too late or sleeping in, which often leads to being late for school • Electronics: Spending too much time playing video games or scrolling through social media 18

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• Homework: Forgetting or not tracking assignments, poor time management, turning in assignments late, and procrastination • Fitness: Spending too much time on the couch or sitting • Diet: Avoiding healthy foods, eating unhealthy snacks, eating lots of sugar, eating late, and skipping breakfast

How These Habits Get Formed

“Bad habits are very rewarding,” Jovanovic says. “The rewards, satisfaction, and pleasure that bad habits provide are usually much more tangible and closer in time than the negative consequences.

Impulse control, an area of executive functioning, is all about [foregoing] those short-term rewards for the sake of achieving a larger, more valuable reward that comes later on. But impulse control is not a skill that comes naturally.”

It will take some time for tweens and teens to understand the consequences that ultimately come from giving in to those impulses, Jovanovic says. But for now, playing video games or scrolling through Instagram beats the danger of not getting into the dream college because of a low GPA and eating a double cheeseburger sounds far more tempting than eating a salad.

Help Your Teen Form Good Habits

If your teen sees no strong reason to stop his bad habits, he will continue with them. “The way these habits get broken down depends

on what the habit is like, and what kind of satisfaction it brings to a person. However, the challenge is not only to let go of bad habits, but to build new ones that a teen can really stick to,” Jovanovic says.

For example, what might a dermatologist say about your teenager’s skincare routine? Perhaps a lot.

Although an estimated 80 percent of teens deal with acne, 90 percent have not seen a dermatologist, according to Yoram Harth, M.D., F.A.A.D., board-certified dermatologist and medical director of MDacne, an app that uses selfies to connect patients with customized treatments.

“As a dermatologist, I believe that one of the worst habits teens have is picking on their acne,” Dr. Harth says. “Unfortunately picking on acne can leave lifelong scars that are very difficult to eliminate.

Many parents think acne will go away by itself with age, but it won’t.”

You could try to convince your teen not to pick at her skin by virtue of the fact that picking is bad for it, but that’s pretty hard to do since, in theory, she’s already well-aware. “The second, easier way is to help them treat and prevent their acne,” Dr. Harth recommends. “A lot can be done with small changes in behavior. If someone is dealing with acne breakouts on their forehead, they should avoid headbands, baseball caps, and hair gels. If the acne is on their body, they should avoid backpacks and too-tight clothing—and always wash their face after sweating, and shower at least once a day.”

So, how can we help our teens make behavioral changes, like the ones mentioned above, that eliminate bad habits?

What doesn’t work?

Lecturing (for its own sake): “Teens are opinionated young people who are likely to stick to their own way of seeing things, even if they calmly nod when you’re telling them what they should or shouldn’t do,” Jovanovic says. “Chances are, they feel that you are too old, lame, or naive to really understand what they’re going through.”

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Impulsive reactions and a lack of reasoning behind your grounding system: “Though sometimes taking their phone away or having them go to their room may encourage them to actually do their homework or get to bed earlier, in most cases, teens will continue doing the same things, just to prove your punishment doesn’t make sense.” Figure out a system that is clear and makes her aware of the consequences—then stick to it.

Comparing yourself to them: “Teen years are the years of questioning authorities,” Jovanovic reminds us. “This is a period when it’s psychologically desirable to be rebellious, as teens are starting to uncover who they want to be.” So, when you compare your habits to theirs, you’re implying your way is “the right way.”

“One of my clients phrased it nicely: ‘My mom thinks she is living vicariously through me. I am my own person, which is why I intend to do most things differently,’” Jovanovic adds.

What does work?

Listen, understand, discuss, and walk the walk: Do all of these combined; one without the other is likely to be ineffective. “What I often hear from my teen clients is, ‘Parents are willing to listen only if you are saying what they want to hear,’” Jovanovic says. “And in the end, if you’re not doing what you preach, your teen is going to see right through you. My teen clients tell me, ‘My parents are on the phone all the time but call me addicted.’ Likewise, if you preach the importance of eating healthy or exercising, you have to lead by example.”

Parents, quite often, can completely miss their own contributions to a bad family trait, notes Jennifer Johnston-Jones, Ph.D., a family therapist based in Los Angeles, CA. “For example, one of the most common bad habits for teens is negative self-talk, yet how many parents have looked in the mirror and said something negative about their bodies in front of

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their child?…That’s why the personal growth of parents is the best way to teach good habits in our children,” she says.

To that end, “model the good habit in yourself and let your teen know you are also working on it,” Dr. Johnston-Jones advises. If your teen is working on improving her sleep habits, help her by keeping a steady bedtime yourself, away from your phone. And most importantly, replace bad habits with healthy family habits.

For Dr. Johnston-Jones, regular family meetings are a big part of the puzzle. Share the importance of creating a solution everyone can agree on. Try it for a week. If it needs revisiting, put it on the agenda again and come back to it. End the family meeting by talking about future plans or playing a game together, like charades, even if it’s just for 15 minutes, she suggests.

Reach an agreement and stick to it: “There may be things you are not willing to let slide. Whatever that is—their GPA, exercise, sleeping habits, or personal hygiene—it’s important to let them know,” Jovanovic says. “Set up clear, unambiguous expectations.

Let them know whether they can use your support or if they have any resources available.” When both sides come to an agreement, your teenager will have a stronger grasp of trust and accountability.

Emphasize freedom of choice and leave them to it: “What I do in coaching is ensure that a teen I work with is familiar with all the choices they can make in a given situation, as well as the benefits and negative consequences. I help them weigh the options and once they make a decision to take ownership of it,” Jovanovic says. “What I see parents do with the intention to prevent bad things from happening is either making the choice for kids or trying to eliminate the consequence. It’s very important that they have the consequence and

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Give useful feedback: “By ‘useful,’ I mean concrete, focused on behavior, and timely,” Jovanovic says. Instead of telling your teen to practice better hygiene, tell her to shower every evening and brush her teeth twice a day.

Start small and offer praise: In reality, no matter how old you are, “changing a habit is a difficult task, and getting started on a change is usually the hardest step,” Jovanovic says. Start small and leave room to grow. If he hasn’t exercised in a while, don’t sign him up for an intensive three-week program. Start with a daily 30-minute walk around the neighborhood and join him if he’s up for it.

“Parents tend to compare their own habits to the habits of their children,” Jovanovic notes. “Put the frustration on hold and focus on helping their behavior translate into a stable habit. Applaud their efforts and help them build up to new goals.”

Build your relationship: Lastly, and most importantly, this is the key to shaping your teenagers into the adults you’d like them to be.

“If the relationship isn’t good, chances are that your teen will ignore you, or do the opposite of what you suggest,” Jovanovic says. “What a coach (that’s you) does is invest time in listening and understanding the reasons behind the choices teens make. ...Consistency in the coach’s actions and attitude is what builds trust.”

Once your teen trusts you and feels like you really know her, she’ll be ready to listen and take what you’re saying into consideration, Jovanovic says. Your teen will also feel less pressure and a lack of judgment, which will help him grow and find out what works for him.

Karen Lo is a freelance writer living in Brooklyn.

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here are many amazing aspects of parenthood, from sweet snuggles to watching your little one achieve big milestones.

Not on that list? Getting life insurance. And yet, this task is incredibly important for every parent.

“Life insurance protects a family financially,” says Paul Graham, senior vice president of policy development at American Counsel of Life Insurers.

If you’ve put off this task, you’re probably not alone. After all, it’s not pleasant to think about worst-case scenarios, your own mortality, and the addition of yet another expense. But it’s worth noting the cost of a policy may be far lower than you anticipate, says Graham, who notes that according to LIMRA, a market research firm, millennials overestimate the cost of life insurance by five times its actual amount. “The fact is, it is possible to find a life insurance policy to fit within just about anyone’s budget,” Graham says.

Here’s what parents need to know, and how to get started procuring life insurance.

Why Parents Need to Prioritize Life Insurance

“Anyone who has somebody else depending on their income needs life insurance,” says financial expert Jean Chatzky, author of Women with Money and host of the weekly podcast HerMoney.

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“Think about life insurance as income insurance,” Chatzky says.

“If you were to die, who’s going to be in trouble because your salary or your income is no longer there?”

With life insurance, your beneficiary—most likely, your child’s other parent or a trusted guardian—will receive a payout, known as a death benefit, if you die.

This money can cover the basic monthly expenses (think: after-school programs, grocery bills, and so on), allowing your family to maintain their standard of living, Graham says, along with paying the mortgage bill or monthly rent at your current home.

Plans can also help send kids to college, he notes.

But keep in mind what makes sense for one family, might not make sense for yours. “Everyone’s financial situation is unique, and everyone’s life insurance needs are different,” Graham says.

What’s the Right Insurance for You?

As a parent, your best bet is to get life insurance right away—that means before your baby is born, or immediately afterward. “You want to make sure that the need is covered when it exists,” Chatzky says.

Plus, this is one task that rewards youth and good health. “Life insurance gets more expensive as you get older,” Chatzky says.

And if you develop a health condition, it can be harder—and

again, more expensive—to get insurance, she adds.

Parents can choose between two categories of life insurance: permanent or term (that’s short for “terminate”).

With term insurance, you’ll be covered for a set period of time (between 0 and 30 years, according to ACLI)—the policy will pay only if you die in that timeframe. After the set time period, there is no payout.

Permanent life insurance, by contrast, will give you lifelong protection—as long as you continue to pay the premiums, your beneficiaries will receive the death benefit. There are several versions of this type of insurance available, depending on your particular needs.

Generally, Chatzky recommends term insurance, which is far cheaper than permanent.

“In order for people to get as much insurance as they need, [term insurance is] often the only affordable way to do it,” she says.

Plus, she notes, remember the whole point of getting this insurance: to cover your income. Once your income is no longer essential to your family’s way of life—for instance, 25 years down the road, when your kids are out of college and the mortgage is paid off—you no longer need the coverage of term insurance.

That said, some parents will always have a need for insurance, Chatzky says. If there’s someone in your life who will depend on your financial support for your entire lifetime, such as a child or sibling with special needs, permanent insurance makes sense for you, she says. You can also use permanent insurance to leave your kids money in your estate, she notes.

What if you want or need permanent insurance, but can’t afford it? “You can start with term insurance and then convert it to permanent insurance in most cases,” Chatzky says—just make sure your insurance policy provides an option to convert.

Avoid Two Common Pitfalls of Procuring Life Insurance

One of the biggest mistakes experts see parents make is only covering the parent who’s in the workforce and receiving a paycheck.

Don’t downplay the work stay-at-home parents do—and the expense it would require to cover it.

“If you’re the stay-at-home parent and if you were no longer there, someone would have to be hired and paid, then you also need life insurance,” Chatzky advises.

Quantifying the amount may be easier for parents in the workforce, but that doesn’t mean it’s the only work that needs to be covered. Take some time to tally up the costs of the many responsibilities covered by a stay-at-home parent. “Cooking, cleaning, caring for children, transporting them to and from school and recreational activities, and the many other tasks performed by a stay-at-home parent cannot be easily replaced,” says Graham, noting that Salary.com estimates the median salary of a stay-at-home mom at a whopping $162,000 per year.

“People should think very seriously about ensuring a stay-athome parent has coverage,” Graham urges.

Neglecting coverage for nonworking parents isn’t the only pitfall out there. It’s also important to evaluate company-provided life insurance, too, Graham says. Typically, it pays a death benefit that’s equal to one or two times your annual salary, he says. “However, some experts recommend that people’s life insurance coverage should equal ten times their annual income. Needs could be higher or lower depending on a family’s situation,” Graham says.

How Much Insurance Do You Need?

Figuring this out comes down to doing some math and thinking through both your current and future financial situation—to help, you can search online for life insurance calculators.

The biggest considerations to keep in mind are:

1. How much debt do you have? From repaying credit card bills to mortgage payments, your survivors will be on the hook to pay them off.

2. What’s your income, salary, or the cost to replace services you provide? As noted above, this math is easier if you make a set salary. Multiply this amount by the years of coverage you’ll want. For stay-at-home parents, consider the annual costs of replacing their work.

3. How long do you need the coverage? Do you want the coverage to extend until your children are through with higher education, or just until they’re 18? Will you feel comfortable timing the coverage to terminate when your mortgage is paid off? These are the kinds of questions you’ll need to think through.

4. Are there other expenses you want to cover? If you want to cover big expenses—such as your child’s college education—factor it into your coverage amount.

Feeling overwhelmed? There’s no need to go it alone. You can reach out to friends and family for advice. Professionals can also help you make your decision. “A life insurance agent or financial advisor has the knowledge and expertise to help consumers determine what level of protection is right for them,” Graham says.

The most important thing is not to let distaste for thinking about your mortality—or an aversion to doing the thinking and math required to determine the right policy for you—stand in the way of getting covered. As Graham says, “Life insurance is a critical part of a family’s financial wellness.”

Madeleine Burry is a freelance writer and editor who has held staff positions at Parents. com, Scholastic, and About.com.

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From kids’ rooms to bathrooms and the kitchen, experts share easy solutions to keep your home clutter-free. By Lambeth Hochwald

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his time of year is not only the ideal time to do a big day (or two) of spring cleaning, it’s also one of the most ideal times to look at each room of the house in a different way, especially if it feels like there’s a little mess in every room. Interestingly, those messes usually take hold because we don’t have any method of staying organized—and this is key to keeping the house tidy.

“Often we create messes because we don’t know exactly where to put something or the item itself doesn’t have a home,” says Piper Gore, owner of PS de Resistance, a home organizing company in New York City. “Even a pile of loose papers that need to be looked at some point should have a specific place—and only one place—that it’s kept in the home. The good news is, once you and your family know where things go, you’ll save time, find things faster, and spend less time organizing as you will already be doing it as you go along.”

Read on as we guide you around your house, room by room, with some helpful organization tips that will forever change the way you stack your towels and keep every last Lego tidy.

All Hail a Tidy Kitchen

No matter how large (or compact) your kitchen is, it’s easier than you think to keep it organized, says Natalie Schrier, owner of Cut the Clutter, an organizing company in New York City. And, since this is the one room that can easily get disorganized—fast—Schrier shares three of her favorite tips for what is often the hub of the house: 26

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Double your shelf space. “To do this, shop around for freestanding shelves that will fit in your existing kitchen cabinets,” Schrier says.

Rethink your spice rack. “A tiered spice rack paired with printed labels on bottle tops makes it easy to find seasonings in a snap. To make things even easier, hang your measuring spoons on the door inside the cabinet in which your spices are stored,” Schrier says.

Stand frying pans upright. “This will save space and make it easier to retrieve what you need,” she says.

Kids Rooms Can Be Streamlined

If it feels like your kids’ rooms are bursting at the seams—your kids are in a major growth spurt and some clothes fit and some don’t and toys are strewn every which way—it’s time to sort, dump, or store. Here are four tips to get this room under control: Corral hand-me-downs. “It can be hard to keep kids’ clothes under control since they outgrow them so quickly,” says Lisa Zaslow, owner of the NYC-based Gotham Organizers. “My best tip: Keep a spare shopping bag in the closet to stash too-small clothes and shoes as soon as you realize they don’t fit,” she says.

“When it’s full, donate, sell, or give those items away. If you’re saving items for a younger child to grow into, use a zippered clothing storage bin and label it with the size.”

Divide—to conquer—drawers. “When it comes to underwear and socks, it’s almost impossible to have kids keep those drawers organized,” says Jennifer Nevins, founder of Savor, a Manhattanbased company that designs and manufactures organizational boxes.

“Dividers make it easy...to see what you have and stay organized.”

Have the right organizational tools. To get your kids’ room looking streamlined, use a label maker to indicate what’s in which storage box, put a cheery laundry hamper in your child’s room to ensure socks don’t end up on the floor, and never underestimate the space below the bed, a perfect place to tuck under-bed storage boxes.

Do a regular toy review. “One thing we see people struggle with is the fact that toys usually end up all over the house,” says Ben Soreff, owner of House to Home Organizing in Norwalk, CT. “Step one is gathering all the toys and games for review. Some may be broken or missing pieces and should be recycled. Others have been aged out of and should be donated (preschools make great toy donation spots) and some may be keepsakes.”

As for storage, “one or two baskets with handles make for good traveling toy carrying bins for when you have company over and need to take the toys out of the living room,” Soreff says.

Bathrooms Can Feel Zen-Ready

The bathroom is another room in the house that can easily become a dumping ground for everything from washcloths and oversized bottles of mouthwash to cleaning products and bath towels. Here are three ways to transform this room into more of spa-serene space: Baskets are everything. “Storage baskets, boxes, and crates are key ways to keep the bathroom organized,” Gore says. “It doesn’t matter which you use, though I prefer to use pretty baskets whenever possible.”

A lazy Susan isn’t just for the kitchen. “These spinning trays are heaven-sent when you’re trying to reach things on a shelf,” Gore says. “If you have lots of supplements or lots of bathroom products, these work anywhere there are lots of little jars, bottles, or vials. One tip: Try placing one on a shelf where you haven’t already implemented the basket strategy.”

Keep items low enough for kids to reach. “Hooks are super helpful ways to stay organized, but they have to be hung at the right level,” Nevins says. “Height is important—our bathroom hooks were hung at adult size and that meant our kids couldn’t reach them.”

Expand Whatever Closets You Have

If it seems like every time you open a closet door something falls down and hits you in the head, not to worry, say our organization experts. Here are three tips for making your closets seem spacious even if they’re packed.

Think vertically. “One way to maximize your vertical space is by either stacking labeled boxes or using risers on a shelf,” says Katy Winter, owner of Katy’s Organized Home in Chappaqua.

Use the wall. “The easiest and least expensive option to use the space you have is to use peel and stick hooks,” says Jamie Novak, owner of Novak Organizing in Scotch Plains, NJ. Maximize your closet door(s). “Over-the door organizers work beautifully to give you tons of pockets where you can stash things and then find them again,” Novak says. “Even if you can’t use it over the door you can still hang it on a wall or from a hanger.”

Lambeth Hochwald is a New York City-based journalist covering trends, relationships, and life in New York City.

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Our calendar is full of great ideas. First, here are the nine events we consider can’t-miss—the ones we’re taking our own kids to.

Consider it your cheat sheet to the best of what’s great this month!

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Tulip Time!

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 11am-5pm WHERE: Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing AGES: 3 and older WHAT: See thousands of tulips and daffodils, and take part in hourly tulip tours, a tulip design workshop, flower-inspired crafts, and a printmaking workshop.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Bring the whole family for a Music in the Garden performance and Happy Hour.

WANT TO GO? $6; $4 seniors and students with ID; $2 children ages 4-12; free for children younger than 4. 718-886-3800. queensbotanical.org/tuliptime.

Springfest 2019 FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 11am-3pm WHERE: Al Oerter Recreation Center, 131-40 Fowler Ave., Flushing AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy arts and crafts, a photo booth, and a prize raffle.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Families can get active with a boot camp demo, dodge ball, Zumba, and a hula-hoop competition.

WANT TO GO? nycgovparks.org.

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Sheep Shearing Festival

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 11am-4pm WHERE: Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy live music, kids crafts, hayrides, and food on the farm, plus sheep shearing and wool spinning demos.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Your family can take a tour with farmers and learn more about recycling and the Community Compost Program.

WANT TO GO? $5 advance tickets; $8 at the door; free for members.

718-347-3276. queensfarm.org.

‘Beauty and the Beast’

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 2:15pm WHERE: Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Blvd., Flushing AGES: 3 and older WHAT: National Marionette Theatre’s re-telling of the classic Beauty and the Beast is classical marionette theater at its finest.

WHY WE LOVE IT: There will be a demonstration on marionette stringing and manipulation after the show!

WANT TO GO? $14; $10 member; $8 children; $6 member children; free for teens. 718-463-7700. flushingtownhall.org.

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Mother’s Day at Citi Field

WHEN: Sunday, May 12, 1pm WHERE: Citi Field, 120-01 Roosevelt Ave., Corona AGES: All WHAT: Moms will receive a free Mets infinity scarf and kids can run the bases on the field.

WHY WE LOVE IT: It’s a great way to spend the afternoon outdoors with the family!

WANT TO GO? $19 and up. mlb.com/mets.

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WHEN: Saturday, May 25, 10:30am-12pm WHERE: Alley Pond Environmental Center, 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Discover which aquatic plants make the most oxygen bubbles then make some extreme bubbles too!

WHY WE LOVE IT: Kids will get to take home an aquatic plant habitat!

WANT TO GO? $24. 718-229-4000. alleypond.com.

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‘Pirate Pete’s Parrot’

WHEN: Saturday, May 25, 2:30pm WHERE: The Secret Theatre, 44-02 23rd St., Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: Pirate Pete is a lovable rogue on a mission to find his runaway parrot Polly.

WHY WE LOVE IT: There will be plenty of audience interaction and a photo opportunity after the performance with the actors.

WANT TO GO? $15; $10 children younger than 17; $40 family 4-pack. 718-392-0722. secrettheatre.com.

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WHEN: Sunday, May 26, 10-11:30am WHERE: Baisley Pond Park, North Conduit Avenue and 116 Avenue, Jamaica AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Experienced Urban Park Rangers teach the ethics of fishing and the ecology of our waterways.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Kids can have fun trying to hook a pumpkinseed sunfish, carp, or chain pickerel.

WANT TO GO? 718-846-2731. nycgovparks.org/parks/baisley-pond-park.

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Cirque du Soleil Presents ‘LUZIA’

WHEN: May 3-June 9, see website for schedule WHERE: Citi Field, 123-01 Roosevelt Ave., Corona AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Cirque du Soleil returns with its production LUZIA, a waking dream of Mexico.

WHY WE LOVE IT: The show incorporates rain into acrobatic and artistic scenes, a first for a Cirque du Soleil touring production.

WANT TO GO? $54 and up. 877-924-7783. cirquedusoleil.com/luzia.

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Spring Bird Walk for Beginners FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 9:30-11:30am WHERE: Alley Pond Environmental Center, 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Walk around APEC’s marsh with Nancy Tognan of the Queens County Bird Club.

WANT TO GO? 718-229-4000. alleypond.com.

Toddler Learning Center FREE

WHEN: Through May 16: Thursdays, 10-11am WHERE: Flushing Library, 41-17 Main St., Flushing AGES: Newborn to 5, adult WHAT: Adults will learn about parenting topics, while toddlers play with educational toys and develop social skills.

WANT TO GO? 718-661-1200. queenslibrary.org.

Learn to Ride FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 11am-12:30pm WHERE: Grover Cleveland Playground, Stanhope Street and Fairview Avenue, Ridgewood AGES: 5-17 WHAT: Bring a bike and a helmet to learn how to ride a two-wheeler.

WANT TO GO? 718-393-7370. nycgovparks.org/parks/grovercleveland-playground.

Culture Pass Community Programs: Learning Through Art for Children FREE WHEN: May 2-June 6, select Thursdays, 3:30-5:30pm WHERE: Long Island City Library, 37-44 21 St., Long Island City AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Learn about sculpture and playground design.

WANT TO GO? 718-752-3700. queenslibrary.org.

Ping Pong Club FREE

WHEN: Through June 29: Saturdays, 2-4pm WHERE: Queens Library, South Hollis Branch, 204-01 Hollis Ave., South Hollis AGES: All WHAT: Challenge friends to ping pong every Saturday afternoon.

WANT TO GO? 718-465-6779. queenslibrary.org. ››

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Bionic Me

WHEN: Through May 5: Monday-Friday, 9:30am-5pm; Saturday-Sunday, 10am-6pm WHERE: New York Hall of Science, 4701 111th St., Corona AGES: All WHAT: This exhibition explores the medical and industrial breakthroughs that have enhanced the human experience.

WANT TO GO? $16; $13 children, students, and senior citizens.

718-699-0005. nysci.org.

Toddler Learning Center FREE

WHEN: Through May 10: Fridays, 10:30-11:45am WHERE: Forest Hills Library, 108-19 71 Ave., Forest Hills AGES: 3-5 WHAT: Parents learn about nutrition, speech development, early literacy, and other parenting topics, while their toddlers play and socialize.

WANT TO GO? 718-268-7934. queenslibrary.org.

STEM Career Expo FREE

WHEN: Friday, May 17, 5:30-8pm WHERE: New York Hall of Science, 4701 111th St., Corona AGES: 9 and older WHAT: Learn about the wide range of careers in STEM. WANT TO GO? 718-699-0005. nysci.org.

SMARTY PANTS Escape Room Challenge FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 2-3pm and 3:30-4:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Rochdale Village Branch, 169-09 137 Ave., Jamaica AGES: WHAT: You have an hour to unlock a safe, using only your wits!

WANT TO GO? 718-723-4440. queenslibrary.org.

Think Tank: Taking Flight

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 1-2:30pm WHERE: Alley Pond Environmental Center, 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Make a recycled airplane, then test your design.

WANT TO GO? $24. 718-229-4000. alleypond.com.

Lewis Latimer House and Its Historic Ride through Flushing WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 2:30-4:30pm WHERE: Queens Historical Society, 143-35 37th Ave., Flushing AGES: 9 and older WHAT: Originally located on Holly Avenue, when threatened by demolition, the Lewis Latimer House was moved to its current home in 1988.

WANT TO GO? $5; $3 for students and seniors. 718-939-0647. queenshistoricalsociety.org.

Sonic Sensation

WHEN: Through May 5: Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm WHERE: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City AGES: All WHAT: Visitors will experience the sonic world through 14 interactive learning stations to discover key listening skills.

WANT TO GO? $14; $13 seniors; free children younger than 1.

516-224-5800. licm.org.

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Monitor Night with Puppet Kitchen

WHEN: Friday, May 17, 6pm WHERE: Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria AGES: All WHAT: Learn about a technique behind TV puppetry alongside experienced puppeteers.

WANT TO GO? $25; $15 for members. 718-429-2579. movingimage.us.

Color In Milk FREE

WHEN: Through May 18: Hands-on activities: 2:30-3:45pm; Coding: 3:45-5pm WHERE: PYE Education Center, 4132 75th St., Flushing AGES: 9-12 WHAT: These coding classes feature fun, interactive activities taught by high school students.

WANT TO GO? 718-565-1846. colorinmilk.org.

Traditions: Old and New

WHEN: Sunday, May 12 and Saturday, May 18, 10:30am-12:30pm WHERE: Noguchi Museum, 32-37 Vernon Blvd., Long Island City AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Engage in discussions about art in the galleries and make art.

WANT TO GO? $10 per family. 718-204-7088. noguchi.org.

Earthly Creations: Nature and Art

WHEN: Sunday, May 19 10:30-11:45 am WHERE: Noguchi Museum, 32-37 Vernon Blvd., Long Island City AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Explore art materials and Noguchi Museum galleries as a family.

WANT TO GO? $10 per family. 718-204-7088. noguchi.org.

Chess Club FREE

WHEN: May 6-June 24, Mondays, 3:30-4:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Rochdale Village Branch, 169-09 137 Ave., Jamaica AGES: 5-17 WHAT: Learn and improve your chess knowledge.

WANT TO GO? 718-723-4440. queenslibrary.org.

Summer Reading: Hour of Code Club FREE

WHEN: May 2-June 27, Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Hillcrest, 187-05 Union Turnpike, Flushing AGES: 5-17 WHAT: Understand how coding controls everything on computers and technology through gaming.

WANT TO GO? 718-454-2786. queenslibrary.org.

Museum Exhibition: Flowering Trees in Victorian Richmond Hill WHEN: Through June 30: Tuesday and Saturday-Sunday, 1-4pm WHERE: Voelker Orth Museum, 149-19 38th Ave., Flushing AGES: 9 and older WHAT: View Irene Buszko’s paintings of her Queens neighborhood.

WANT TO GO? $2. 718-359-6227. vomuseum.org.

Moving Image Studio

WHEN: Through Sept. 1: Saturday-Sunday, 11am-4pm WHERE: Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria AGES: 3 and older WHAT: Make puppets and animation inspired by The Jim Henson Exhibition.

WANT TO GO? $15; $11 seniors; $9 children ages 3-17; free for children younger than 3. 718-429-2579. movingimage.us.

Sit & Think (Sudoku)

WHEN: Through Dec. 31: Monday-Saturday, 1-1:15pm WHERE: Queens Library, Richmond Hill Branch, 118-14 Hillside Ave., Jamaica AGES: All WHAT: Try your hand at a Sudoku puzzle for fun or just refresh your math skills.

WANT TO GO? 718-849-7150. queenslibrary.org.

SHOW TIME! Spherus Cirque

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 3pm WHERE: Kupferberg Center for the Arts, 153-49 Reeves Ave., Flushing AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Greg Kennedy puts on a show that is a combination of juggling and clean comedy.

WANT TO GO? $20-$35. 718-793-8080. kupferbergcenter.org.

Beauty and the Beast Puppetry Workshop

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 1pm WHERE: Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Blvd., Flushing AGES: 3 and older WHAT: Participants will get a close look at marionettes, learn about puppet manipulation, and make a puppet.

WANT TO GO? $8; $5 children; free for members and teens with tickets to 2:15pm show. 718-463-7700. flushingtownhall.org.

‘Princess Particular’

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 2:30pm WHERE: The Secret Theatre, 44-02 23rd St., Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: All Princess Particular can think about is her latest scheme to become a ballerina.

WANT TO GO? $15; $10 kids younger than 17. 718-392-0722. secrettheatre.com.

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WHEN: Tuesday, May 21, 10:30am WHERE: Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning, 161-04 Jamaica Ave., Jamaica AGES: 3-12 WHAT: An introduction to the theatrical styles from different countries.

WANT TO GO? $7; $5 students. 718-658-7400. jcal.org.

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Mr. Chris Musical Experience FREE

Open Art Studio for Young Adults with Autism FREE

A Balloon Show with Nick The Balloonatic

WHEN: Monday, May 13, 12:15-1pm WHERE: Queens Library, Woodhaven Branch, 85-41 Forest Parkway, Woodhaven AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Participate in motion stories and sensory activities designed for children with sensory integration challenges.

WANT TO GO? 718-849-1010. queenslibrary.org.

WHEN: Through June 2: select Sundays, 12-12:45pm, see website WHERE: Queens Museum, 111-01 Corona Ave., Flushing AGES: Adult WHAT: Participants work on projects of their choosing with mentors, encouraging exploration and expression.

WANT TO GO? 718-592-9700. queensmuseum.org.

Circle of Friends for Autistic Children FREE

WHEN: Through June 21: Fridays, 4:30-5:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Astoria Branch, 14-01 Astoria Blvd., Long Island City AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Discover the wonders of science doing simple experiments, develop social skills, and have fun playing games.

WANT TO GO? 718-278-2220. queenslibrary.org.

WHEN: Thursday, May 23, 4-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, South Jamaica Branch, 108-41 Guy R. Brewer Blvd., South Jamaica AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Join in a performance that includes music, movement, storytelling, and interactive games.

WANT TO GO? 718-739-4088. queenslibrary.org.

WHEN: Thursday, May 23, 4-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Fresh Meadows Branch, 193-20 Horace Harding Expressway, Fresh Meadows AGES: All WHAT: Nick will interact with children as he sculpts balloons. Characters will be raffled off to take home.

WANT TO GO? 718-454-7272.

‘Guess What’: The Family-Friendly Stand Up Comedy Show

WHEN: Through March 21, 2020: third Saturday of the month, 12:30pm WHERE: The Creek & The Cave, 10-93 Jackson Ave., Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: The show is hosted by an 11-year-old and her dad.

WANT TO GO? $10. 718-706-8783. creeklic.com. ›› QueensParent 33

Maspeth Memorial Day Parade FREE

WHEN: Sunday, May 26, 1pm WHERE: 72nd Street and Grand Avenue, Maspeth AGES: All WHAT: Honor servicemen and women. ECCA antique autos are in the parade.

WANT TO GO? 718-335-1300. maspethfederal.com.

Little Neck-Douglaston Memorial Day Parade FREE

WHEN: Monday, May 27, 2pm WHERE: Jayson Avenue and Northern Boulevard, Little Neck AGES: All WHAT: The parade celebrates the poem that became our national anthem.

WANT TO GO? lndmemorialday.org.

Ridgewood / Glendale Myrtle Avenue Memorial Day Parade FREE

HOLIDAY FUN Cinco de Mayo Craft FREE

WHEN: Friday, May 3, 3-4pm WHERE: Queens Library, Arverne, 312 Beach 54 St., Arverne AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Make or color a Mexican sombrero.

WANT TO GO? 718-634-4784. queenslibrary.org.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 2pm WHERE: The Voelker Orth Museum, 149-19 38th Ave., Flushing AGES: All WHAT: Celebrate Mexican heritage with an afternoon of music, food and drink, music, and traditional craft activities.

WANT TO GO? $25; $20 for members. 718-359-6227. vomuseum.org.

Mother’s Day Family Craft FREE

WHEN: Friday, May 10, 11-11:30am WHERE: Kew Gardens Hills Library, 72-33 Vleigh Place, Kew Gardens AGES: All WHAT: Make a card for your mother or someone you love.

WANT TO GO? 718-261-6654. queenslibrary.org.

Mother’s Day Nature Facials

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 10:30am-12pm WHERE: Alley Pond Environmental Center, 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Enjoy a natural facials class for mother and child.

WANT TO GO? $38. 718-229-4000. alleypond.com.

Photos with Mom

WHEN: Sunday, May 12, 9am-2pm WHERE: Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing AGES: All WHAT: Drop in for a portrait with Mom in QBG’s Wedding Garden.

WANT TO GO? $20 for two digital photos. 718-886-3800. queensbotanical.org.

Mother’s Day Brunch in the Garden

WHEN: Sunday, May 12, 10am and 1pm WHERE: Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing AGES: All WHAT: Treat mom to a delicious, farm-to-table brunch.

WANT TO GO? $65; $30 children. 718-886-3800. queensbotanical.org.

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WHEN: Monday, May 27, 12pm WHERE: Myrtle Avenue at Cooper Avenue, Ridgewood AGES: All WHAT: See ECCA antique autos in the parade.

WANT TO GO? queenschamber.org.

ONCE UPON A TIME Mother Goose FREE

WHEN: Through May 1: Wednesdays, 10:30-11:00am WHERE: North Hills Library, 57-04 Marathon Parkway, Little Neck AGES: Newborn to 2 WHAT: Enjoy songs, stories, finger plays, and fun.

WANT TO GO? 718-225-3550. queenslibrary.org.

Friday Morning Storytime FREE

WHEN: May 3-31, Fridays, 10:30-11am WHERE: Kew Gardens Hills Library, 72-33 Vleigh Place, Flushing AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Head to the library for stories, songs, and finger plays.

WANT TO GO? 718-261-6654. queenslibrary.org.

Meditation for Kids FREE

WHEN: May 8-June 5, select Wednesdays, 4-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Woodhaven Branch, 85-41 Forest Parkway, Woodhaven AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Learn the benefits and techniques of meditation.

WANT TO GO? 718-849-1010. queenslibrary.org.

Pajama Storytime! FREE

WHEN: May 2-June 6, select Thursdays, 5:30-6:15pm WHERE: Queens Library, Hillcrest, 187-05 Union Turnpike, Flushing AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Children can dress in their pjs, listen to stories, sing songs, and dance.

WANT TO GO? 718-454-2786. queenslibrary.org.

STEM Storytime FREE

WHEN: May 3-June 14, Fridays, 11am-12pm WHERE: Queens Library, South Jamaica Branch, 108-41 Guy R. Brewer Blvd., South Jamaica AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Join weekly for a story and various STEM activities.

WANT TO GO? 718-739-4088. queenslibrary.org.

Mother Goose FREE

WHEN: May 1-June 19, Wednesdays, 10-10:30am WHERE: Queens Library, Briarwood Branch, 85-12 Main St., Brairwood AGES: Newborn to 2 WHAT: Join for picture books, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and playtime.

WANT TO GO? 718-658-1680. queenslibrary.org.

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Little Cooks: Rainbow Magic

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 11am-12pm WHERE: Alley Pond Environmental Center, 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston AGES: 5-8 WHAT: Meet Luna the Lovebird, then make rainbow treats out of fruits and vegetables.

WANT TO GO? $22. 718-229-4000. alleypond.com.

Animal Tales: Mother’s Day

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 11am-12:15pm WHERE: Alley Pond Environmental Center, 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Learn about mammal mothers and make a craft for Mom (or Grandma).

WANT TO GO? $18. 718-229-4000. alleypond.com.

Birding: Shorebirds FREE

WHEN: Sunday, May 12, 11am-12:30pm WHERE: Bayswater Park, Dwight Avenue and Seagirt Boulevard, Far Rockaway AGES: All WHAT: Urban Park Rangers guide you to the best wildlife viewing spots.

WANT TO GO? parks.ny.gov.

Pajama Story Time: Animal Super Heroes

ANIMAL LOVERS Read to a Dog FREE

WHEN: Thursday, May 2, 3:30-4:30pm WHERE: North Hills Library, 57-04 Marathon Parkway, Little Neck AGES: All WHAT: Children can select a book to read aloud to Jami, a certified therapy pet partner.

WANT TO GO? 718-225-3550. queenslibrary.org.

Advanced Animal Care Trainee

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 9-11am WHERE: Alley Pond Environmental Center, 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston AGES: 9-17 WHAT: Help care for animals by learning how to train, engage, and pamper them, and supplement their diets.

WANT TO GO? $23. 718-229-4000. alleypond.com.

Sheep Shearing

WHEN: May 4-5, Saturday-Sunday, 11am-4pm WHERE: Queens Zoo, 53-51 111th St., Corona AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy shear viewing, crafts, wool spinning demos, and learning all about wool, domestication, and farm animals.

WANT TO GO? $9.95; $6.95 children ages 3-12; free for children younger than 3. 718-271-1500. queenszoo.com.

Animals Alive with Alley Pond Environmental Center FREE WHEN: Friday, May 10, 3:15-4:15pm WHERE: Laurelton Library, 134-26 225 St., Laurelton AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy a show-and-tell with animals.

WANT TO GO? 718-528-2822. queenslibrary.org.

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WHEN: Friday, May 17, 5:30-8pm WHERE: Queens Zoo, 3-51 111th St., Corona AGES: 5-17 WHAT: Enjoy animals, crafts, games, cookies and milk, and a great story.

WANT TO GO? $20. 800-433-4149. queenszoo.com.

Vet Tech 101

WHEN: Saturday, May 25, 9-11am WHERE: Alley Pond Environmental Center, 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston AGES: 9-17 WHAT: Practice conducting check-ups, handling live animals, and studying their anatomy.

WANT TO GO? $25. 718-229-4000. alleypond.com.

A Reptile ‘Edventure’ with Erik Callender FREE

WHEN: Thursday, May 30, 4-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Far Rockaway Branch, 1637 Central Ave., Far Rockaway AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Meet reptiles, amphibians, and some large insects.

WANT TO GO? 718-327-2549. queenslibrary.org.

‘Flight of the Butterflies 3D’

WHEN: Through June 30: daily, 11am and 1pm WHERE: New York Hall of Science, 4701 111th St., Corona AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Follow the monarchs’ perilous journey and join hundreds of real butterflies in the remote mountain peaks of Mexico, with breathtaking cinematography from Peter Parks.

WANT TO GO? $6; $5 children, students, and seniors. 718-699-0005. nysci.org.

Sea Lion Feeding

WHEN: Through Jan. 31, 2020: daily, 11:15am, 2pm, and 4pm WHERE: Queens Zoo, 53-51 111th St., Corona AGES: All WHAT: See the sea lions get their meals and maybe do a trick or two!

WANT TO GO? $9.95; $7.95 seniors ages 65 and older; $6.95 children ages 3-12; free for children 2 and younger. 718-271-1500. queenszoo.com.

MOVERS & SHAKERS

Learn to Ride FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 11am-2pm WHERE: Springfield Park, Springfield Boulevard and 184 Street, Brookeville AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Bring a bike and a helmet.

WANT TO GO? 718-393-7370. nycgovparks.org/parks/springfield-park.

Mets Fireworks Nights

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 7pm WHERE: Citi Field, 120-01 Roosevelt Ave., Corona AGES: All WHAT: See a fireworks display after the game.

WANT TO GO? $19 and up. 718-507-8499. mlb.com/mets.

Learn to Ride FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 25, 11am-2pm WHERE: Arverne Playground, 55-0 Arverne Blvd., Arvene AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Show your kids how to ride a two-wheeler.

WANT TO GO? 718-393-7370. nycgovparks.org/parks/arverne-playground.

Mets Star Wars Day

WHEN: Saturday, May 25, 4pm WHERE: Citi Field, 120-01 Roosevelt Ave., Corona AGES: All WHAT: The first 25,000 fans will receive a Obi-Wan Kenobi Bobble head.

WANT TO GO? $19 and up. 718-507-8499. mlb.com/mets.

Mr. Met Dash

WHEN: Sunday, May 26, 1pm WHERE: Citi Field, 120-01 Roosevelt Ave., Corona AGES: All WHAT: Receive a Mets tote bag. Following the game kids can run the bases.

WANT TO GO? $19 and up. 718-507-8499. mlb.com/mets.

Zumbini Spring Jam Session

WHEN: Through May 28: Tuesdays, 10:30-11:15am WHERE: New York Black Belt Center, 216-03 Horace Harding Expressway, Bayside AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Sing, dance, and play as you bond with your little one!

WANT TO GO? $15 for trial class. 917-873-9080. nybbc.org.

NYRR Open Run: Astoria Park FREE

WHEN: Through June 1: Saturdays, 9-10am WHERE: Astoria Park, Astoria Park, Astoria AGES: 9 and older WHAT: Enjoy a community-based, volunteer-led running initiative.

WANT TO GO? 646-404-4103. nycgovparks.org.

Ping Pong FREE

WHEN: Through June 27: Thursdays, 6-7pm WHERE: Queens Library, Cambria Heights Branch, 218-13 Linden Blvd., Cambria Heights AGES: All WHAT: Play ping pong in the library with friends both old and new.

WANT TO GO? 718-528-3535. queenslibrary.org.

Roots Saturdays FREE

WHEN: May 4-Oct. 26, Saturdays, 12-3pm WHERE: Socrates Sculpture Park, 35-01 Vernon Blvd., Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy workshops, food demos, and activities for kids and families.

WANT TO GO? 718-956-1819. socratessculpturepark.org.

ON SCREEN Family Movie: ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’ FREE

WHEN: Monday, May 6, 5:30-7:30pm WHERE: Kew Gardens Hills Library, 72-33 Vleigh Place, Flushing AGES: All WHAT: Ananimated movie featuring different Spider-Men and -Women.

WANT TO GO? 718-261-6654. queenslibrary.org/kew-gardens-hills.

Movie Time FREE

WHEN: Friday, May 10, 3:00-5:15pm WHERE: Queens Library, Douglaston-Little Neck Branch, 249-01 Northern Blvd., Little Neck AGES: 13 and older WHAT: Join for an adventure featuring Black Panther.

WANT TO GO? 718-225-8414. queenslibrary.org.

Cinema Saturday FREE

WHEN: May 4-25, Saturdays, 2:30-4:30pm WHERE: Forest Hills Library, 108-19 71st Ave., Forest Hills AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Movies include Megamind, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, A Bug’s Life, and Stuart Little.

WANT TO GO? 718-268-7934. queenslibrary.org.

‘Planet Power 3-D’

WHEN: Through June 30: daily, 1-3pm WHERE: New York Hall of Science, 4701 111th St., Corona AGES: All WHAT: Planet Power 3D explores the history of electricity.

WANT TO GO? $6; $5 children, students, and seniors (with NYSCI admission); $4 members. 718-699-0005. nysci.org.

‘Backyard Wilderness’ 3-D

WHEN: Through Sept. 30: daily, 11am and 2pm WHERE: New York Hall of Science, 4701 111th St., Corona AGES: All WHAT: Backyard Wilderness will surprise and entertain viewers with the unexpected wonders of nature that are in our own backyards.

WANT TO GO? $6; $5 children, students, and seniors (with NYSCI admission); $4 members. 718-699-0005. nysci.org.

Apollo 11: First Steps

WHEN: May 17-Jan. 21, 2pm WHERE: New York Hall of Science, 4701 111th St., Corona AGES: All WHAT: This film showcases the real-life moments of the first lunar landing.

WANT TO GO? $6; $5 children, students, and senior citizens, plus museum admission. 718-699-0005. nysci.org. ›› QueensParent 37

FUN FAIRS & FESTIVALS LIC Springs FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 12-5pm WHERE: Vernon Boulevard, between 50th and 46th avenues, Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy live music, dance and theater performances, art- and sculpture-making, fitness classes, food, pop-up activities, and sports games.

WANT TO GO? licqns.com.

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MUSICIANS Funtastic Family Sing-Along FREE

WHEN: Friday, May 3, 10:15-11:15am WHERE: Queens Library, Woodside Branch, 54-22 Skillman Ave., Woodside AGES: All WHAT: Musicians will perform original and popular songs.

WANT TO GO? 718-429-4700. queenslibrary.org.

Suzi Shelton

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 11:30am and 2pm WHERE: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City AGES: 3 and older WHAT: Suzi Shelton preforms songs with powerful messages, as well as whimsical songs.

WANT TO GO? $13. 516-224-5828. licm.org.

8th Annual Queens New Music Festival

WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 12-3pm WHERE: Rosemary’s Playground, Woodbine and Madison streets, Fresh Pond AGES: All WHAT: Join for afternoon of crafts, games, inflatables, transformation face painting, an animal show, and a photo booth!

WANT TO GO? 718-393-7370. nycgovparks.org.

Sports & Fitness Festival FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 1-4pm WHERE: Frederick B. Judge Playground, 111-01 134th St., South Ozone Park AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy an afternoon of crafts, games, inflatables, popcorn, music, basketball games, and other fitness activities.

WANT TO GO? 718-393-7370. nycgovparks.org.

Family Fun Day FREE

WHEN: Sunday, May 19, 1-4pm WHERE: Flushing Meadows Corona Park, 111th Street to Van Wyck Expressway, Flushing AGES: All WHAT: Crafts, games, inflatables, face painting, an animal show, and more!

WANT TO GO? 516-671-4041. nycgovparks.org.

Spring Family Fun Festival FREE

WHEN: May 14-19, see website for schedule WHERE: The Secret Theatre, 4402 23rd St., Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: This festival brings new music front and center into Queens.

WANT TO GO? $20; $15 students; free for children younger than 13.

718-392-0722. ram-nyc.org.

WHEN: Sunday, May 19, 11am-3pm WHERE: Thomas School of Horsemanship, 250 Round Swamp Road, Melville AGES: 3-17 WHAT: Celebrate spring with pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting, cotton candy, arts and crafts, inflatables, science experiments, and more.

WANT TO GO? 631-692-6840. tshcamp.com.

Basic Guitar Lessons FREE

Spring Event FREE

WHEN: May 1-21, select Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 4-5:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Woodhaven Branch, 85-41 Forest Parkway, Woodhaven AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Learn chords and songs. Guitars available with library card.

WANT TO GO? 718-849-1010. queenslibrary.org.

Music for Tots FREE

WHEN: May 1-29, Wednesdays, 10:30-11:15am WHERE: Queens Library, Corona Branch, 38-23 104 St., Corona AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Sing and dance to songs in English and Spanish.

WANT TO GO? 718-426-2844. queenslibrary.org.

Toddler Music FREE

WHEN: May 1-June 26, Wednesdays, 10:15-11am WHERE: Queens Library, Woodhaven Branch, 85-41 Forest Parkway, Woodhaven AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Join for songs, creative movement, instruments, and a simple craft.

WANT TO GO? 718-849-1010. queenslibrary.org.

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WHEN: Saturday, May 25, 12-3pm WHERE: Frank Principe Park, 54th Avenue and 63rd Street, Maspeth AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy crafts, games, inflatables, face painting, and more.

WANT TO GO? 718-393-7370. nycgovparks.org.

Family Fun Day FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 25, 1-4pm WHERE: Rufus King Park, 150-29 Jamaica Ave., Jamaica AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy crafts, games, inflatables, face painting, and more.

WANT TO GO? 718-393-7370. nycgovparks.org/parks/rufus-king-park.

Family Fun Day FREE

WHEN: Sunday, May 26, 1-4pm WHERE: Pomonok Playground, 155 Street between 65th and Melbourne avenues, Pomonok AGES: All WHAT: Join for crafts, games, inflatables, face painting with Agostino Arts, an animal show, and a photo booth!

WANT TO GO? 212-639-9675. nycgovparks.org.

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Under the Sea Toddler/Baby Prom FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 11am-12pm WHERE: Queens Library, Howard Beach Branch, 92-06 156 Ave., Howard Beach AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Dress to impress for an ocean-themed toddler and baby prom.

WANT TO GO? 718-641-7086. queenslibrary.org.

Global Mashup 5: Balkan Punk Meets West Africa

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 8-10pm WHERE: Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Blvd., Flushing AGES: WHAT: Get ready to dance with two bands, Lemon Bucket Orkestra and Kakande.

WANT TO GO? $16; $10 members and students. 718-463-7700. flushingtownhall.org.

Kids Silent Disco and Parents Bottomless Brunch Party

WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 11am-3pm WHERE: Katch Astoria, 31-19 Newtown Ave., Astoria AGES: All WHAT: Let the Quiet Events DJs watch your kids while you enjoy a Saturday afternoon brunch.

WANT TO GO? $20 advance; $25 at the door. 718-777-2230. katchastoria.com.

Ba Ban Chinese Music Society: Changes: The Energy of Music & Dance

WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 7:30pm WHERE: Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Blvd., Flushing AGES: All WHAT: This music and dance work demonstrates Eastern thought of the power of changes.

WANT TO GO? $16; $10 members and students; free for teens. 718-463-7700. flushingtownhall.org.

Pre-K Prom! FREE

WHEN: Friday, May 24, 11am-12pm WHERE: Flushing Library, 41-17 Main St., Flushing AGES: 3-5 WHAT: Read books about celebration, then enjoy a prom-inspired dance party with a craft and photo op.

WANT TO GO? 718-661-1200. queenslibrary.org.

Music and Movement for Infants and Toddlers FREE

WHEN: May 1-29, Wednesdays, 10:15-11am WHERE: Glen Oaks Library, 256-04 Union Turnpike, Glen Oaks AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Enjoy songs, movement, finger plays, puppets, and other activities.

WANT TO GO? 718-831-8636. queenslibrary.org.

Family Playtime FREE

WHEN: May 1-31, Wednesdays and Fridays, 11:00-11:45 (No session Fridays, May 3 or 10) WHERE: Queens Library, Auburndale Branch, 25-55 Francis Lewis Blvd., Flushing AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Enjoy bonding, doing finger plays, singing, dancing, and throwing and catching bean bags.

WANT TO GO? 718-352-2027. queenslibrary.org.

THE GREAT OUTDOORS Daffodil Dash 4K Fun Run

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 8am WHERE: Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing AGES: All WHAT: Run, walk, or push a stroller through the spring flowers! All proceeds benefit the educational programs of QBG. WANT TO GO? $40; $30 seniors and members; $10 children younger than 12 (additional $10 day of ). 718-886-3800 queensbotanical.org.

Messy May Play Day

WHEN: Sunday, May 5, 1:30-3pm WHERE: Alley Pond Environmental Center, 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Kids can play with mud, gelatin, slime, bubbles, and shaving cream.

WANT TO GO? $21. 718-229-4000. alleypond.com.

Bird Walk with NYC Audubon FREE

WHEN: Through May 18: See website for schedule WHERE: Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing AGES: All WHAT: Identify creatures of flight and learn how QBG provides birds with water, shelter, and food.

WANT TO GO? 718-886-3800. queensbotanical.org.

Compost Crafts: Wildflower Seed Balls

WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 2-4pm WHERE: Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing AGES: 3 and older WHAT: Make wildflower seed balls to sow native flowering plants.

WANT TO GO? $6; $4 seniors; $2 children ages 4-12; free for children younger than 4. 718-886-3800. queensbotanical.org.

APEC Adventure Time: Crickets & Caterpillars

WHEN: Sunday, May 19, 2:30-3:45pm WHERE: Alley Pond Environmental Center, 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston AGES: Newborn to 2 WHAT: Enjoy an up-close look at crickets and caterpillars.

WANT TO GO? $18. 718-229-4000. alleypond.com.

Family Camping and Astronomy

WHEN: Friday, May 24, 7pm to Saturday, May 35, 7am WHERE: Fort Totten Park, Totten Avenue and 15th Road, Bayside AGES: All WHAT: Camp overnight in the park with the Urban Park Rangers!

WANT TO GO? nycgovparks.org/parks/fort-totten-park. ›› QueensParent 39

Arts, Culture & Fun: Art Workshop Series FREE

WHEN: Thursday, May 9, 6-8pm WHERE: Lost Battalion Hall Recreation Center, 93-29 Queens Blvd., Rego Park AGES: 13 and older WHAT: Learn the foundations of painting with watercolors.

WANT TO GO? 718-263-1163. watercolorlbh.eventbrite.com.

Mother’s Day Crafternoon FREE

CRAFTY KIDS Create Your Own Comics FREE

WHEN: Thursday, May 2, 3:30-4:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Ozone Park Branch, 92-24 Rockaway Blvd., Ozone Park AGES: All WHAT: Kids can create their own comics.

WANT TO GO? 718-845-3127. queenslibrary.org.

Hands on History: Make a Scented Sachet FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 1-4pm WHERE: King Manor Museum, 150-03 Jamaica Ave., Jamaica AGES: 3 and older WHAT: Learn about popular 18th- and 19th-century scents and make a scented sachet.

WANT TO GO? 718-206-0545. kingmanor.org.

Slime Time FREE

WHEN: Thursday, May 9, 4-5pm WHERE: Forest Hills Library, 108-19 71st Ave., Forest Hills AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Decorate a vase gift.

WANT TO GO? 718-268-7934. queenslibrary.org.

Arts, Culture & Fun: Mandala Workshop FREE

WHEN: Friday, May 10, 6:30-8:30pm WHERE: Al Oerter Recreation Center, 131-40 Fowler Ave., Flushing AGES: 13 and older WHAT: Paint and draw mandalas on heavy paper to form a large sculpture.

WANT TO GO? nycgovparks.org.

Paint a Poem for Mom FREE

WHEN: Friday, May 10, 4-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, St. Albans Branch, 191-05 Linden Blvd., Saint Albans AGES: All WHAT: Paint a poem for mom.

WANT TO GO? 718-528-8196. queenslibrary.org.

Arts, Culture & Fun: Hike and Paint FREE

WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 1-3pm WHERE: Forest Park Visitor Center, Woodhaven Boulevard and Forest Park Drive, Forest Park AGES: 13 and older WHAT: Take a short hike, collect natural objects, and make art.

WANT TO GO? 718-846-2731. nycgovparks.org.

WHEN: Monday, May 6, 3-4pm WHERE: Queens Library, South Ozone Park Branch, 128-16 Rockaway Blvd., South Ozone Park AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Have fun making slime!

WANT TO GO? 718-529-1660. queenslibrary.org.

Floral Design: Mother’s Day Bouquet

DIY Jewelry Beading FREE

Spring Origami for Kids FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, May 7, 3-4pm WHERE: Queens Library, Douglaston-Little Neck Branch, 249-01 Northern Blvd., Little Neck AGES: 5-17 WHAT: Do some beading.

WANT TO GO? 718-225-8414. queenslibrary.org.

Mother’s Day Craft for Kids FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, May 7, 3:30-4:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Peninsula, 92-25 Rockaway Beach Blvd., Rockaway Beach AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Make cards and craft projects for Mother’s Day. WANT TO GO? 718-634-1110. queenslibrary.org.

Origami: Mother’s Day Flowers FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, May 8, 4-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Central Library, 89-11 Merrick Blvd., Jamaica AGES: 5-17 WHAT: Create a bouquet in this origami program.

WANT TO GO? 718-990-0778. queenslibrary.org.

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WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 11am-1pm WHERE: Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing AGES: 13 and older WHAT: Learn the art of hand gathering bouquets.

WANT TO GO? $40; $30 members. 718-886-3800. queensbotanical.org.

WHEN: May 6-20, Mondays, 4-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Peninsula, 92-25 Rockaway Beach Blvd., Rockaway Beach AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Enjoy spring origami.

WANT TO GO? 718-634-1110. queenslibrary.org.

Crochet for Kids FREE

WHEN: Through May 20: Mondays, 5-5:45pm WHERE: Queens Library, Hillcrest, 187-05 Union Turnpike, Flushing AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Learn the basics of single crochet, finger crocheting, and new stitches.

WANT TO GO? 718-454-2786. queenslibrary.org.

Activity Table

WHEN: May 11-June 30, Saturday-Sunday, 2-4pm WHERE: Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy botanically themed arts and crafts activities.

WANT TO GO? $6; $2 children ages 4-12; free for children younger than 4. 718-886-3800. queensbotanical.org.

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Camp Directory All Star Studios

108-21 72nd Ave., 4th floor, Forest Hills 718-268-2280 allstarstudiosnyc.com allstarstudios@gmail.com Sign up now for summer and fall classes—limited space available. All Star Studios program is designed to encourage and educate students on how to increase flexibility, improve coordination, focus on muscle strengthening, build poise, and have fun. All instructors have experience in both teaching and performing.

American Dance & Drama

188-22 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows 718-479-8522 68-02 Metropolitan Ave., Middle Village americandanceanddrama.net American Dance & Drama Studio was established more than 45 years ago at the same location. We offer classes for ages 2 through adults in all types of dance, as well as gymnastics, drama, Zumba, and singing. Our summer camp programs offer full-day, halfday, and single classes for ages 3-14.

Blue Dolphin Summer Camp

80-22 Parsons Blvd.

718-847-6470 bluedolphincamp.com bluedolphincamp@aol.com Blue Dolphin Summer Camp is a place where friends return each summer to rekindle the magic and spirit unique to Blue Dolphin.

Its commitment to outstanding service and quality has enabled us to create an environment where children learn, grow, and flourish.

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CK Kids Summer Camps

68-02 Metropolitan Ave., Middle Village 718-366-7454 ctkny.org ckkids@ctkny.org Don’t miss the summer fun at CK with four exciting summer camps for children of all ages. Camps appeal to all interests, including soccer, basketball, dance, drama, cooking, arts, water slides, and ninja. On-site math and ELA programs available. Come for a week or the whole summer!

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 to 6 years. Camp has weekly themes. Toddlers have play-based mornings,

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Camp is a great way to acclimate your child to school.

Flushing YMCA

138-46 Northern Blvd., Flushing 718-551-9372 Lillian Morales, camp director ymcanyc.org/locations/flushing-ymca/programs-classes/camps lmorales@ymcanyc.org The Flushing YMCA Camp is bigger and better this year with exciting activities such as our camp carnival, petting zoo, swim lessons, and field trips. Kids can choose from special programs including basketball, karate, soccer, and youth capoeira. Ask us about our early bird discount and financial assistance.

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ISTEIN Education Center

107-06 71st Road 2nd floor, Forest Hills 718-575-8877 isteinny.com info@isteinny.com ISTEIN Summer Day Camp offers academics, music and arts, and Chinese in a creative methodology. In the morning, our program focuses on academic enrichment in math, reading, writing, science, and social studies all aligned to the common core standards. Afternoons, our students learn music and Chinese through singing, dancing, and acting.

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110-06 72nd Ave., Forest Hills 718-544-8886 140-75 Ash Ave., Suite 2B, Flushing 917-563-1480 furthermusic.com info@furthermusic.com 2017 National Music School of the Year.

Since 2007, Further Music School has grown to be one of the most popular and recognized music schools in Queens. Reaching more than 3000 students, our award-winning facility provides music lessons for all instruments and singing. Explore your summer music classes with us!

Auburndale: 347-408-4098 Floral Park: 718-347-3138 Forest Hills: 718-268-2890 Fresh Meadows: 718-740-7888 Great Neck: 516-482-2234 Rego Park: 718-441-3762 Whitestone: 718-819-8813 jei.com JEI Learning Center challenges children to achieve academic success through summer enrichment and tutoring programs. Pre-K to ninth grade students can increase their knowledge in math, problem-solving math, reading and writing, and English curricula that aligns with Common Core State Standards. Contact your local center to learn more about summer enrichment programs today!

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Laurissa Jane Music Summer Arts Camp

121-15 Lucus St., St. Albans 718-560-3016 ljanemusic.com ljanemusic@gmail.com Join Laurissa Jane Music this summer as we journey to perform Shrek Jr. For seven weeks our students will explore the world of acting, singing, dancing, art and crafts, and trips.

Our camp has professionally trained teachers, who make the journey of musical theater fun.

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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.

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Magic Day Camp

216-15 Peck Ave., Bayside 718-634-8109 magicdaycamp.com Magic Day Camp, “Where Every Day Is Magical,” offers children ages 4-15 adventures and activities that stimulate and motivate minds and physical ability. We swim every day in an Olympic country club pool.

With exciting weekly trips, our rates include door-to-door transportation, healthy lunches, professional tennis, dance, and instructional sports programs.

Mill Basin Day Camp

5945 Strickland Ave., Brooklyn 718-251-6200 millbasindaycamp.com Mill Basin Day Camp is dedicated to providing exciting and fulfilling camp experiences with fun, recreational, and safe activities for children entering pre-K through ninth grade.

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Miss Anita – Private Math Tutor and Advisor

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Nina’s Tutoring Center

8702 Grand Ave., Elmhurst 718-205-7508 92-22 Corona Ave., Elmhurst 718-606-1056 tutornina@hotmail.com We tutor kids in kindergarten to 12th.

For the past 11 years, we have provided quality education that helps kids excel. We help improve skills in math, ELA, science, and social studies. We have an intensive preparation program for ELA, math, science, citywide and statewide exams, and the SAT and ACT. Call about available summer programs.

RoboMindTech S.T.E.M. Education Center Creativity, Science, Robotics, Coding & L-E-G-O Learning Fun

185-10 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows 718-264-ROBO (7626) robomindtech@gmail.com Channel your child’s creative energy into exciting projects in STEM with our unique, hands-on curriculum. RoboMindTech is an award-winning STEM education center. From robotics, coding, and video game design to Lego® creative play, we offer a variety of immersive kindergarten-eighth grade, STEM after-school and summer programs.

Soccer Friends USA, Inc.

106-06 Queens Blvd., 3rd Floor Gym, Forest Hills 718-261-2403, 347-756-2568 (para Español) soccerfriendsusa.com soccerfriendsusa@hotmail.com SFUSA offers two types of soccer summer camps. The first option is a drop-off summer camp that can be booked on a weekly or daily basis (ages 4½-16). The second is a Flexible Class Pass (ages 2-14). You will have the sixweek season to use up the classes.

St. Francis Preparatory School – Summer at SFP 6100 Francis Lewis Blvd., Fresh Meadows 718-423-8810 x223 sfponline.org Each summer St. Francis Prep offers a broad, varied program to benefit students who are not yet in high school. These programs, taught by Prep teachers and coaches, range from sports camps such as basketball, baseball, and volleyball, to special interest areas, such as music theater and video game design.

Ultimate Enrichment Summer Camp

P.S. 376 210-21 48th Ave., Bayside 718-684-1187 uecamps.com Ultimate Enrichment Summer Camp located in the Bayside area makes it an enjoyable, educational, fun-filled summer where the child can grow into a well-rounded individual. All children will participate in

theater, dance, art, robotics, engineering, swim, sports, cooking, and academic enrichment. Register now at uecamps.com or call 718-684-1187.

USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center

Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, Flushing Register now at: ntc.usta.com The USTA Billie Jean National Tennis Center offers year-round programs as well as fun-filled summer day camps for all ages and levels. We offer camps for the recreational student up to and including academy level players. Campers work on tennis techniques, tactics, sports conditioning, and strategy. Enrollment available at ntc.usta.com.

Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Zoos and Aquarium

1-800- 433-4149 The Bronx Zoo: 2300 Southern Blvd., Bronx Central Park Zoo: 830 Fifth Ave., Manhattan Queens Zoo: 53-51 111th St., Corona Prospect Park Zoo: 450 Flatbush Ave., Brooklyn New York Aquarium: 602 Surf Ave., Brooklyn wcs.org/camps Summer just got wild! Send your animal lover to summer camp at the Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, and the New York Aquarium! Campers will enjoy up-close animal experiences, special access to our amazing exhibits, and age-appropriate, hands-on STEM activities.

The Windsor School

37-02 Main St., Flushing 718-359-8300 thewindsorschool.com admin@thewindsorschool.com Students attend our summer school to earn course and Regents credit for acceleration, or to preview a course which will be taken during the upcoming school year. Our schedule allows students to take up to two full-year Regents courses. SAT/ACT prep classes are also offered. Classes begin July 1.

Young People’s Day Camp of Queens

800-856-1043 queenscamp.com Since 1972, our family-run camp has provided safe, fun-filled summers for thousands of Queens youngsters. YPDCQ is accredited by the American Camp Association.

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Blue Dolphin Summer Camp

80-22 Parsons Blvd., Queens 718-847-6470 bluedolphincamp.com bluedolphincamp@aol.com Join us at an open house on Thursday, May 2 or 16 from 4:30-6:30pm. We will also host a special open house on Saturday, May 11 from 11am-1pm at Whitestone Bowling Lanes.

Countryside Montessori School

354 Lakeville Road, lower level, Great Neck 516-466-8422 cmsgn.com; info@cmsgn.com Join us for an open house on May 5 from 1:30-4:30pm.

Flushing YMCA

138-46 Northern Blvd., Flushing 718-551-9372 Lillian Morales, camp director ymcanyc.org/locations/flushing-ymca/programs-classes/camps lmorales@ymcanyc.org The Flushing YMCA Camp is bigger and better this year! Please join us for an open house on Saturday, May 18 from 10am–3pm.

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Magic Day Camp

216-15 Peck Ave., Bayside 718-634-8109 magicdaycamp.com Come to our open house sessions on Sundays, April 28, May 5 or 19 starting at 12pm at Jib Lanes. Summer magic is here with swimming daily and several trips each week!

Mill Basin Day Camp

5945 Strickland Ave., Brooklyn 718-251-6200 millbasindaycamp.com Register online to attend an open house on May 12 and 26, and June 2 and 16.

RoboMindTech S.T.E.M. Education Center Creativity, Science, Robotics, Coding & L-E-G-O Learning Fun 185-10 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows 718-264-ROBO (7626) robomindtech@gmail.com Join us for an open house on Saturdays, May 4 or 11 from 11am–12pm, or Sunday May 5 from 4:30-6pm. Please email or call to RSVP for a free trial.

Ultimate Enrichment Summer Camp

P.S. 376 210-21 48th Ave., Bayside 718-684-1187 uecamps.com Please join us for our open house event we will be hosting on Saturday, May 5 at P.S. 376 (210-10 48th Ave.) from 10–11:30am.

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An adventure awaits with Myla Birdie, a bright yellow puppet that enchants every child through music and play, while celebrating your child’s birthday.

CLOWNS.COM Proudly serving Westchester, Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and the Bronx 516-577-0000 718-971-5862 clowns.com

We are a family-owned and -operated entertainment company, offering a wide range of party and entertainment services including clowns, inflatable bounce houses, characters, magicians, princesses, magic shows, face painting, and party concession rentals.

PARTY PLACES @ PLAY AMUSEMENTS 229 NY-110, Farmingdale 631-815-5355 atplayamusement.com; info@playamusement.com

Your local guide to entertainers, party places, activities, and other resources.

including sugar cookie baking, all about pizza, cupcakes from scratch, doughnuts, and chocolate and candy projects. Come in, call, or visit celebrationsinthekitchen. com for more information on parties.

CK KIDS BIRTHDAY PARTIES 68-02 Metropolitan Ave., Middle Village 917-602-6271 ctkny.org jmichel@ctkny.org

We know your child’s birthday is a special day—so we only book one party at time! Private party room available with two bounce houses, a ball pit, disco lighting, cotton candy, face painting, tattoos, music, and games!

GRAVITY VAULT MELVILLE INDOOR ROCK GYM 40 Melville Park Road 516-777-9255 gravityvault.com/locations/melville-ny melville@gravityvault.com Climbing is a great way to celebrate your birthday! Our awesome climbing parties give kids an exciting day they will never forget! Offering different party package options to accommodate your needs.

THE LANYARD LADIES 433 Merrick Road, Oceanside 516-578-2248 thelanyardladies.com info@thelanyardladies.com

Have your next party at the newly renovated @ Play Amusements! It offers 40,000-square-feet of fun ranging from 92 arcade games, inflatables, bumper cars, a roller coaster, a carousel, a disco room, and laser tag!

The Lanyard Ladies friendship bracelet and lanyard birthday parties bring the party to you, or you can come to their brand-new party place! Many amazing themes and packages to choose from.

AMERICAN DANCE & DRAMA 188-22 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows 68-02 Metropolitan Ave., Middle Village 718-479-8522 americandanceanddrama.net

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We are one of Queens’s largest and most exciting birthday party locations, offering dress-up, disco, and gymnastics parties. We also offer bubbles and fog machines, cotton candy, plus crazy craft and princess parties!

BILINGUAL BIRDIES - MARILYN DUQUE 214-26 41st Ave., Bayside 516-200-4691 bilingualbirdies.com longisland.bilingualbirdies@gmail.com

An adventure awaits with Myla Birdie, a bright yellow puppet that enchants every child through music and play, while celebrating your child’s birthday.

CELEBRATIONS IN THE KITCHEN 63 E. Old Country Road, Hicksville 516-396-2193 celebrationsinthekitchen.com celebrationsinthekitchen@gmail.com

The most unique, fun-filled, joyous event! We have created a true baking experience for everyone to enjoy,

We provide unique birthday party musical experiences for first-sixth birthdays. Call us to customize your child’s musical birthday. We can also come to your space.

SKY ZONE TRAMPOLINE PARK-DEER PARK 111 Rodeo Drive, Deer Park 631-392-2600 skyzone.com/deerpark deerparkinfo@skyzone.com

The best birthday parties are at Sky Zone, Deer Park. We customize every birthday party. We have themed parties and super hero parties that include Dodgeball, Foam Zone, Sky Slam, and endless jumping opportunities!

SOCCER FRIENDS USA, INC. 106-06 Queens Blvd., 3rd Floor Gym, Forest Hills 718-261-2403, 718-261-2400, 347-756-2568 (para Español) soccerfriendsusa.com soccerfriendsusa@hotmail.com

Soccer Friends USA wants to celebrate your child’s next birthday party with you! We offer soccer parties for children ages 2 and older at several fantastic locations.

USTA BILLIE JEAN KING NATIONAL TENNIS CENTER Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, Flushing 718-760-6200 x0 ntc.usta.com

Birthday party packages include one hour of court time with drills and games organized by our USTA Pro staff and a one-hour private room for pizza.

WHEEL FUN RENTALS Flushing Meadows Corona Park at David Dinkins Circle Meridian Road Flushing Meadows Corona Park at North Meadow Lake Meadow Lake Road West Marine Park Avenue U and East 33rd Street, Brooklyn Prospect Park LeFrak Center at Lakeside 171 East Drive, Brooklyn Bensonhurst Park 9000 Bay Parkway, Brooklyn 917-231-6229 wheelfunrentals.com/nyc wheelfunrentals.com Wheel Fun Rentals is the perfect place for birthday parties! Kids and adults can explore the area on one of our specialty bikes—or go on a Surrey Scavenger Hunt!

WHITESTONE LANES 30-05 Whitestone Expressway, Flushing 718-353-6300 whitestonelanes.net

We are now booking children and teen birthday parties as well as corporate and team building events for 20182019. Call our party hostess, Lisa, for more information.

WILDLIFE CONSERVATION SOCIETY (WCS) ZOOS AND AQUARIUM 1-800- 433-4149 The Bronx Zoo: 2300 Southern Blvd., Bronx Central Park Zoo: 830 Fifth Ave., Manhattan Queens Zoo: 53-51 111th St., Corona Prospect Park Zoo: 450 Flatbush Ave., Brooklyn New York Aquarium: 602 Surf Ave., Brooklyn wcs.org/birthdays

Make your wildlife lover’s birthday an unforgettable experience with a party at our zoos or aquarium! Parties include park admission, a private party room with host, special animal guests, visits to our exhibits, and handson activities to make your party animal’s birthday a truly unforgettable experience!

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Professional services

Your local guide to tutors, teachers, lawyers, financial planners, and other professionals DENTISTS & DENTAL PROVIDERS

SPECIAL NEEDS

ZWEIHORN ORTHODONTICS “All for a Smile” Office hours include Sundays and evenings 150-25 Union Turnpike, Flushing 718-969-9234 drzweihorn.com Dr. Zweihorn is a board-certified orthodontist specializing in the treatment of children, teens, and adults. Our team focuses on helping you achieve your best smile!

DR. STEVE IMBER, PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL CONSULTANTS Serving Nassau and Suffolk counties as well as the five boroughs of NYC 61-43 186th St., Fresh Meadows 516-273-1961 Dr. Imber has more than 40 years of experience consulting, evaluating, and advocating for children, adolescents, and adults with various disabilities including autism (e.g.

Asperger’s syndrome), attention deficit disorders, intellectual disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, and learning disabilities.

DOCTORS & MEDICAL PROVIDERS 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 Queens: 718-640-6767 Nassau: 516-216-1791 Suffolk: 631-689-6858 Janine Stiene, speech-language pathologist, along with her group of therapists, supports families and children across Long Island, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders, and expressive and receptive language disorders.

LICE FAIRY LICEMOTHERS 2463 S. Long Beach Road, Oceanside 866-561-0492 1755 Deer Park Ave., Deer Park 866-561-0492 679 Glen Cove Ave., Glen Head 866-561-0492 fairylicemothers.com fairylicemothers@gmail.com Our treatment centers are kid-friendly and our products are 100 percent nontoxic. Treatments include two free re-checks. Whether or not you use our service, we are here to help you.

SPECIAL NEEDS NAILS BY JUDES – COMING SOON 25-02 Francis Lewis Blvd., Flushing Facebook and Instagram @nails.byjudes Nails by Judes is a full-service nail spa with a separate, supervised kids play room. Let us care for your little one while you indulge in some pampering, because you deserve it! (Recommended ages 1-7 for playroom.)

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SPROUT BUILDING 166 Valley St., Providence, RI 401-421-4004 dr-imber.com; scimber1@aol.com Dr. Imber has more than 40 years of experience consulting, evaluating, and advocating for children, adolescents, and adults with various disabilities including autism (e.g.

Asperger’s syndrome), attention deficit disorders, intellectual disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, and learning disabilities.

LITTLE STEPS 1, INC. SPEECH & LANGUAGE CLINIC Adelina Samuels, M.A. C.C.C.-S.L.P. speech pathologist 63-70 Woodhaven Blvd., Rego Park 929-335-7707 littlestepsspeech.com Little Steps 1, Inc. aims to help people develop their communication abilities, as well as treat speech, language, swallowing, and voice disorders. Services include prevention, identification, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation.

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 Queens: 718-640-6767 Nassau: 516-216-1791 Suffolk: 631-689-6858 Janine Stiene, speech-language pathologist, along with her group of therapists, supports families and children across Long Island, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders, and expressive and receptive language disorders.

MARRA & GLICK APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSTS 1737 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 1, Islandia 2341 New Hyde Park Road, New Hyde Park 631-479-2900 mg-aba.com Marra & Glick Applied Behavior Analysts specialize in

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to serve people with autism spectrum disorders in our center-based programs, at school, in the home, and un the community.

STEPS TO SOCIALIZATION 13 South Bayles Ave., Port Washington 516-767-0266 Steps to Socialization was created to help children who have difficulty socializing. We teach children how to think socially, step by step. Working in small groups, we cover a variety of topics, including how to establish and maintain friendships and initiating and maintaining conversations.

THERAPY & COUNSELORS COMPREHENSIVE CONSULTATION PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES, P.C.

114-20 Queens Blvd. Suite CS 2, Forest Hills 180 E. 79th St. Suite 1C, Manhattan 1-888-441-0015 comprehendthemind.com Dr. Sanam Hafeez, an expert in diagnosing and treating all childhood psychological and learning conditions, has a refreshing approach; direct, warm, and competent.

These qualities have made her sought after in the field of neuropsychology and child development.

ELSA LEE, PH.D., LICENSED PSYCHOLOGIST

254-18 Northern Blvd., Suite 3, Little Neck 646-389-2283 queenspsychology.com; contact@queenspsychology.com Dr. Lee is a psychologist who provides counseling and neuropsychological/psychoeducational evaluations. More than 10 years of experience in clinical and school settings. Free consultation. Services also available in Chinese.

TUTORS & TEST PREP MISS ANITA – PRIVATE MATH TUTOR AND ADVISOR

917-477-7953 workinganita@gmail.com Tutoring available for various levels of math including elementary and middle math, algebra 1, algebra 2, geometry, and tests such as the GED. Experienced teacher, tutor, and advisor of 23 years that can help students pass any test.

VILLAGE EAST GIFTED - ENRICHMENT CENTER FOR THE GIFTED LEARNER

Village East Gifted of Huntington 33 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station 631-549-2313 Village East Gifted of Roslyn 216 Willis Ave., Roslyn Heights 631-549-2313 villageeastgifted.com; info@villageeastgifted.com Village East Gifted provides after-school enrichment and private tutoring for gifted and talented students. We are a designated John Hopkins CTY and SAT testing center.

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things to do

diy corner

Moon Sand

With warmer weather on the horizon, you and your little ones may be craving a beach day. Honestly, who doesn’t love building sand castles and getting just a little bit messy? For those days when the weather isn’t quite cooperating (because we all know the temperature can change in a New York minute), this craft brings the beach to you. This moon sand is easy to shape, easy to clean up, and even easier to have fun with!

It’s messy to make but easy to clean. It’s part soap after all! It won’t store long. Enjoy it for a day, then throw it away!

Maker Checklist • Big bag of baking soda

• Measuring cups

• A couple tins of baking powder

• Mixing bowl and spoon

• Liquid dish soap

• Food coloring (optional)

Instructions 1. Combine 2 parts baking soda and 1 part baking powder in a large mixing bowl. We used 2 cups of baking soda and 1 cup of baking powder, but you can use whatever measurement you have on hand, as long as you’re consistent in ratio!

2. N ow add 1 part (for us, 1 cup) of dish soap and stir well. You can start with a spoon, but as it combines, it’s more fun to use your hands.

3. Color with food coloring (optional) and play!

Reprinted with permission from More Curious Jane © 2019 Girls Dream Out Loud Inc. Published by Sterling Children’s Books. Photography by Caroline Kaye.

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