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4 • Editor’s Note 6 • Atypical Family

Sign language helped my daughter express herself.

8 • Recipe Doctor

Don’t fall into the traps that lead to picky eating.

10 • Health Qs

Tracking points on a growth curve helps monitor a child’s well-being.

14 • Books

Reading stories can help an older child learn what to expect from a new baby.

16 • Peanuts and Other Perils Food allergies can arise unexpectedly as children start eating new things.

22 • Ages and Stages

Make potty training easier by learning your child’s signals.

Capture a Moment

Haylee Schultz, age 6, looks at a flower in the E.M. Mills Rose Garden in Thornden Park in this photo taken in June.

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hen your child’s a baby, the transitions come fast and furious. Practically each day brings a new development or milestone. One of the big changes comes when you introduce solid food. And when there’s a family history of allergies, an element of uncertainty enters the picture. In this month’s baby-themed issue, Aaron Gifford writes about the latest research on food allergies and how some parents have coped with their children’s severe allergies (page 16). Chris Xaver also writes about kids and food—but the milder and more widespread problem of picky eaters (page 8). In addition this month writers address the subjects of: baby sign language (page 6); talking to a child about a new baby (page 14); and potty training (page 22). We’re also introducing a new feature, called Health Qs. In each column, we will ask a local medical or dental professional to talk about a concern parents have about children’s health. This month, Bo Rinn of Madison Irving Pediatrics discusses how health professionals track a baby’s growth on a chart (page 10). To all the new parents: congratulations! We hope you find plenty in this issue to inform and reassure you. We’re here to help.

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Sign language helped our baby communicate | BY DEBORAH CAVANAGH

y kindergarten report card stated, “I am not sure little Debbie is aware she is talking half the time she is talking.” I naturally assumed the apple would not fall far from the tree and I would have talkative children. I daydreamed a parenthood experience with baby talk, sing song conversations and hilarious mimicry. But my first little apple was born with challenges that made it difficult for her to prattle away. Amanda was diagnosed with Down syndrome and airway issues at birth. She had multiple surgeries that damaged her vocal cords. A tracheostomy tube was placed before she was 2 to assist with breathing. The diagnosis, hospitalizations and surgeries limited her ability to build pre-speech skills. We were told by many specialists that in most cases a baby’s receptive language, or what she comprehends, develops more quickly than her expressive language, what she can say. The gap can cause the child to experience frustration. That frustration can lead to tantrums by kiddo and parents—I’m just saying. We started exploring alternative communication options. While we fully expected Amanda to speak one day, we felt it neces6

sary to give her the ability to get her point across as soon as possible. Researchers had discovered that babies could communicate using simple signs and gestures. Amanda was being treated by speech therapists who supported this idea. And the method has gained traction in recent years. “I feel that it helps a child communicate better, especially when the sign is paired with the verbal word. At a young age, a baby can’t articulate what they need but they can use hand gestures. They also comprehend what is being said to them. Signing gives the ability to link the two together, speech and gesture. It can lessen frustration and helps reduce temper tantrums because the child expresses what they need. A total communication approach bridges the gap,” said Christine Aiello, a speech therapist with Fayetteville-Manlius Schools who has worked with Amanda, in an emailed response to my question. But back in 1997 teaching babies sign language was controversial. The late Dr. Stanley Greenspan, author of several books on child development, believed teaching babies to use specific signs and gestures introduced an artificial element

into the naturally developing communication system. “Anytime you do something repetitive with a baby, you’re reducing the flexibility and creativity of the child,” Greenspan told the Baltimore Sun. “I don’t want to say that parents who use sign language are doing something bad or wrong; that only makes the parent feel bad. But why not let your child learn to ask for a drink 30 different ways instead of just using one sign? What if there was only one way to express love? Or one gesture to show love?” Another concern at the time was that a signing child would not have the motivation to learn to talk and subsequently would begin to speak at a slower rate than those who did not use signs. My husband, Brian, and I read the pros and cons of introducing sign language. We wanted to know what was going on in the brain of the little person sharing our house. It was obvious to us that Amanda understood what we were saying to her. It was also obvious she had ideas she wanted to convey. We needed to let them out. We bought the book Baby Signs, by child development experts Linda Acredolo, Ph.D., and Susan Goodwyn, Ph.D. We began

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learning a combination of American Sign Language and “baby friendly” alternatives for things like Cheerios, the snack food and pincer-grasp tool used by occupational therapists everywhere.

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We chose our first sign: “more.” Easy to make the sign, and one we would use many, many times a day.

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Sitting Amanda in her high chair, I began by putting one Cheerio on the tray. She of course snarfed it down and looked to me as the tray was empty. “Does Amanda want more?” I asked as I signed “more.” I then placed another Cheerio on her tray. Boom! It disappeared and she was once again looking at me expectantly. “More?” I signed, and away we went. The first sign sighting was much like the first time you think you see your baby smile. Was it gas? A grimace? So: Did she just sign “more” or did she mean to clap? Swat at a fly? Give herself a high five? With every sign we said the word or phrase associated with it. The “eureka moment” was much like that scene in The Miracle Worker, in which the young Helen Keller makes the sign for “water.” Once Amanda figured out the link, new signs accumulated quickly. Amanda even made up a few signs of her own. Her grandmother used to give Amanda a “thumbs up” whenever Amanda did something good or accomplished a task. The sign for her grandma became “thumbs up.” Eventually, as Amanda’s vocal word bank grew, her sign language usage diminished. It was a natural progression. But we were able to fall back on signing when we couldn’t quite figure out what she was trying to say. This helped us all. Amanda, age 17, is a verbal speaker now. Every now and then we still use a sign. They actually come in handy. You can be across the room at a party and sign “time to go.” Or let a family member know you have to use the “bathroom” without announcing it for all to hear.

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Ketchup Is Not a Vegetable Help kids appreciate unadorned foods | BY CHRIS XAVER

Kids’ tastes change over time. But they also pick up cues from those around them. They may like carrots just fine at home, but if their friends at school or daycare don’t, well, there must be something wrong with those orange sticks and, darn it, they aren’t going to be caught in the trap of eating something their friends are not. Even worse, look around your house. Is everyone at home a good example of eating right? Choosing the healthy option over the sugary or salty version is a decision that starts with us. If Mom, Dad, Grandma or brother isn’t following suit, then it’s no wonder your little one is bucking green beans in favor of french fries. Contrary to what we’ve heard, ketchup is not a vegetable. I tell my kids it’s nothing more than liquid candy. When you can teach kids to start looking at their foods that way, they will get it. But it won’t happen overnight. If your little ones are young, the best way to avoid the situation is to avoid sugary and salty foods from the get-go. Processed foods are overly salted and sugared up because they taste better. But they leave us constantly wanting more. About two hours after we eat something sugary or salty, we simply want more on our taste buds. If we avoid that from the start, then we don’t create that vicious cycle. But that involves understanding what we’re eating. Which means that things like barbecue sauce are also liquid candy and should be used very sparingly. Most salad dressings are nothing more than venues to deliver sugar, salt and fat. Same with dips. So, the things we “give” to our kids to get them 8

to eat their veggies are the very things that cause the problems.

juice to drink, teach our kids (and ourselves) to like water.

Rather than teach our kids to eat carrots covered in ranch dip, let’s teach them to dip their carrots in a healthy hummus or baba ganoush. Same concept. Much healthier. Better yet, teach them to eat the food whole. Straight. Carrots—plain and simple.

So how do we get there? I challenge you to get your child to eat a whole food today. No sauce. No dressing. Just a whole food. And here are a few tips and tricks to get you and them there.

What’s amazing is after someone has sugar detoxed (or never started in on that cycle), that person will find that carrots are actually sweet. I mean really sweet. They only taste like a vegetable after we’ve corrupted our palates with candy, cane sugar and the like. That’s why it’s important we learn to start liking non-sugary and nonsalty items. Instead of feeding our kids yogurt with “fruit” (code for added sugar), buy plain yogurt and stir in fresh fruit. Instead of

Model the behavior. They see what you do and copy you. Make it fun. Shopping, preparing meals and eating should be fun. Involve the kids, and they’re more likely to eat what’s on their plates. Don’t lecture them. Nothing works less than a lecture. They will shut down. Trust me. I’m a college professor. When I lecture, at any age, they stop listening. Tell a story; it works much better. Or, just ignore the situation and go on with life as if nothing is different. It takes eight to 10 times for anyone to “try” a new food and grow accustomed to the taste, smell and texture. Play with the food. If you can “decorate” their plate, make a design with the edamame, like a smiley face or a bull’s-eye. Whatever will resonate with your child. Name the food something cool! A study from Cornell found calling carrots X-ray Vision Carrots got kids to eat 66 percent more carrots than when they were left unnamed. Kids between ages 8 and 11 ate Power Punch Broccoli and Silly Dilly Green Beans over plain old veggies. So, it’s time to challenge yourself and the kids. Come up with some great names for the old standbys. Enlist older kids to help you come up with cool names for the veggies. And try out this one. STRONG LIKE MOMMY EDAMAME (for very young kids) or JACK’s MAGIC BEANS (allows them to reach for the sky!) Then, simply put some edamame on their plates and let them enjoy. Chris Xaver, Ph.D., is a local TV and radio personality with three children and five grandchildren.

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ow do those little loves of ours go from being such good eaters to picky picky picky? One day they’re eating practically anything we put in front of them and the next it’s “Ewww.” “Yuck.” Or, as my girlfriend’s daughter would say, “No thank you, that is just too yummy for me.” Meaning “I am politely telling you NO.”

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What’s a Growth Chart? Tracking an infant’s size offers important information

BY VANESSA LANGDON

ith a newborn baby come visits to the pediatrician’s office and the use of growth charts to track length and weight. A local pediatric health professional broke down how to read a growth curve and what it can tell you about your child. Charles Rinn, known to patients as Bo, is a pediatric nurse practitioner with Madison Irving Pediatrics in Syracuse. He cares for children from birth through age 21. Rinn earned his degree at SUNY Upstate Medical University and has been in practice for 15 years. He is married and lives in Baldwinsville with his wife and two children, Kate and Jacob, ages 8 and 11. (This interview has been edited and condensed.)

Family Times: What was your personal experience with growth charts? Bo Rinn: When Jacob was a newborn he was born at just about 37 weeks and he was on the very bottom of the growth chart—at what we call the fifth percentile—and as he grew the next two months he ate more breast milk than any baby could ever possibly eat and he grew to the 95th percentile. FT: When do newborns come in for well-child visits? BR: We schedule visits for newborns at about 5 days of age, then about 2 weeks of age, and then at 1 month of age. After that the babies are seen according to the American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines for care. FT: What happens when a newborn comes in for a wellchild visit? BR: The first part of the well-child visit is when the baby is triaged. The nurse does the vital signs that are appropriate for the child’s age. In a baby it’s usually their temperature, their heart rate and their respiratory rate. Another vital sign is weight, and length and head circumference. These measurements on a baby are a sign of health and how they’re growing. FT: Is it difficult to record accurate lengths and weights? BR: With some children, it can be. You sometimes have concerns with scales so we always have our scales checked. But when you have a fighting 18-month-old and they’re afraid to stand or sit on a scale and he’s thrashing when we’re trying to measure his height, it can be more difficult. That’s part of the art of medicine.

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FT: What does this mean for the ability to record a child’s growth? BR: A single point on a growth curve is really not that valuable; a growth curve is really best over time. And I think that goes back to what I was saying about my son. If he kept growing at the rate he was growing during the first two months of life, he would now be 10 feet tall and 400 pounds. But once he reached what was his optimal size, then he maintained that size.

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FT: And what do the percentiles mean? BR: It is averages of all types of people. If we went and found 100 kids who were all born on the same day and we put them all in one room, 50 percent of those kids would be in the middle of the height, weight and size category. And that means that 50 kids are not in the middle and those kids are going to be distributed higher and lower. FT: What health problems can a growth chart help predict? BR: I guess everything is related to the growth chart. A child’s growth is a major indicator of health. FT: There have been stories in recent years about a baby’s “failure to thrive.” Can you explain what that means? BR: Failure to thrive is when a child’s growth is significantly behind that expected as it’s seen on a growth curve. Failure to thrive can be a variety of factors. It can be a metabolic syndrome, illness, feeding issues and sometimes parental neglect. FT: If a child is failing to thrive, what’s the next course of action? BR: We want to look at their medical and dietary history. If their parent is providing them with all the nutrition that he needs, but he isn’t eating it, there’s a reason he isn’t eating it. If the baby is taking the right amount of food but he’s still not growing, there’s a reason he’s not absorbing the food. Our first rule is to figure out why he is not getting the nutrition that his body needs. FT: So if the baby is not growing, what can parents do? BR: First have a long discussion with a pediatric health care provider and find the cause. If it’s nutritional intake, then following the advice of the health care provider in regards to providing proper nutrition to her child. FT: What factors go into how a child grows and develops? BR: Well, of course, nutrition as we’re talking about, and having love and attention and being cared for in a warm home is a major part of a child’s development. FT: Is a baby’s size connected at all to when he or she can sleep through the night without feeding?

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BR: In one way, yes. If a baby around 4 months of age has not reached their predisposed weight, they will likely need additional calories in order to grow to that spot. In my son’s case he had to eat so many calories to get to that predisposed 95th percentile that he had to eat at night. The growth curve usually depicts a person’s genetic predisposition for size. When we do an interview with the parents, we will often get their weight and height in order to help us determine if a child is appropriate on the growth curve.

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nticipating a new baby is one of the most enjoyable and exciting times in family life. Preparing a child for the birth of a new baby brother or sister, however, requires more than buying a crib and choosing paint colors for the nursery. According to Betsy Waterman, professor emerita of the counseling and psychological services program at SUNY Oswego, “Having another baby join a family is exciting, but also carries with it a complication that does not exist for the first baby: how and when to share the news with the child or children who are already part of the family. There is no magic time, but most experts would suggest waiting until the pregnancy has passed the first trimester.” Some children are excited, while others may be angry or scared, but all are sure to have questions, such as “Can I name her?” or “How did the baby get in your tummy?” Fortunately for parents who are also parents-to-be, there is a wide variety of books to help you prepare for and carry out a discussion on the topic. Books fall 14

roughly into two categories: those that address questions about the biological side of pregnancy and childbirth, and those that bring up changing family roles and how to prepare a child to become a loving and responsible older sibling. My Mom’s Having a Baby by Dori Hillestad Butler has a conversational tone, giving monthly updates about what is happening as the fetus grows inside the protagonist’s mother. Illustrations accompany text that is scientifically accurate, including detailed descriptions of sex and childbirth. Relatable facts, such as, “He’s only as big as my bottom front tooth,” help to make gestation more concrete. The book concludes with the baby’s birth. What Makes a Baby by Cory Silverberg provides a description of sperm meeting egg, without the burden of context, making it

suitable for any number of situations, including adoption, in-vitro fertilization or surrogacy. This book also mentions both vaginal and cesarean delivery. The uniqueness of this book is that it discusses the roles of sperm, egg, uterus, vagina and childbirth, without ever mentioning either men or women, instead offering explanations such as, “Not all bodies have sperm in them. Some do and some don’t.” Colorful illustrations showcase diversity in both children and caregivers. It’s Not the Stork by Robie H. Harris is comprehensive, beginning with the differences between boys and girls, progressing through a detailed description of conception and childbirth, and going on to discuss baby’s early days. Diversity in types of families, “good and bad touches,” friendships, relationships and peer pressure make it an appropriate choice for school-age children and tweens.

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The New Baby at Your House by Joanna Cole focuses on the social, rather than biological, aspects of welcoming a new baby: acknowledging an older sibling’s range of emotions about having a new baby in the family. With an informative preface for parents, text that parents can read word for word to a child, and photos of many children interacting with the babies in their families, this book is a standout among the many available. A Baby Sister for Frances by Russell Hoban subtly addresses the jealousy and disruption that children may feel when a new baby joins the family. Frances decides to “run away” to the place under the dining room table

because her mother no longer has time to shop for her favorite foods or make sure her favorite clothes are ready to wear to school. Only upon overhearing her parents talk about how much they miss Frances, and about how the baby needs her older sister as a role model, does Frances realize that she is an important part of the family and “comes back home.” Froggy’s Baby Sister by Jonathan London is a picture book featuring popular fictional character Froggy as he impatiently awaits his tadpole sister, then waits some more for her to become a suitable playmate. Children won’t learn a great deal from this quick, pleasant read but will relate to the frustration of having a baby who’s too young to share adventures with—at first. How much information and detail to share with a child is a very personal choice, and the books available range from somewhat vague to explicit.

Perhaps the most important thing about which book parents choose is that it’s what librarians call a “good fit book”: If you are comfortable with the content and degree of detail, your child will feel more comfortable with the message. According to Waterman, one of the simplest ways to begin the process of helping an older sibling or siblings make the transition is one of the easiest. “It is often helpful to have the child help in sharing the exciting news of a new baby with other family members, such as the grandparents.” With an announcement, whether made in person, via Skype or through social media, families may begin the process of telling their own stories. Merrilee Witherell is an elementary school librarian with the Auburn Enlarged City School District. She lives in Cayuga County with her husband, daughter and three dogs, all of whom love a good story.

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Val Stuart’s daughter Alaina tested positive for a peanut allergy as an infant. Now Alaina, 4, is quite educated on the subject of allergies.

Peanuts and Other Perils

Food allergies can arise unexpectedly as children start eating new things | BY AARON GIFFORD

ye’s first taste of peanut butter was terrifying. His mother, Amanda Staniec, still trembles a bit when she recalls what happened on that day three years ago. The boy, just 1 at the time, tasted the food but did not even swallow it. The very slight exposure made it difficult for him to breathe.

transport, was seen at the emergency room and had a short stay at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital in Syracuse. He tested positive for three common types of food allergies: peanuts, tree nuts and shellfish.

Staniec, not yet aware that her son had any medical issues other than asthma, gave him over-the-counter allergy medicine. Less than an hour later, he broke out in hives.

“At first it’s scary—very scary,” Staniec says. “But it becomes manageable.”

“It was like wildfire,” Staniec says. An ambulance ride from their Brewerton home to the hospital followed. Kye was given a breathing treatment during the 16

A major lifestyle change for the entire family followed. They read the labels for everything and always carry epinephrine, a medication given during a severe allergic reaction. For now, Kye avoids going to friends’ houses, and he will delay starting kindergarten for one year so his parents can determine if his body will have milder reactions if he’s exposed to certain foods.

Stories like Kye’s—across the nation and in Central New York—are increasingly common. The Food Allergy Research and Education organization estimates that about 15 million Americans—and one in every 13 children—have food allergies. According to the Centers for Disease Control

and Prevention, food allergies in children increased by about 50 percent from 1997 to 2011. Fortunately, the challenges highly allergic children have faced and the lessons learned from them—coupled with changing attitudes toward the issue—have made it easier for parents of newborns to deal with food allergies. Dr. Juan Sotomayor of Allergy and Asthma Diagnostics in North Syracuse says his practice typically sees two new patients a day who are diagnosed with food allergy, and an allergy to peanuts is by far the most common. By contrast, that figure was one or two patients a week when he began practicing medicine in the early 1990s. Why food allergies are on the rise, he says, shrugging, “is the Nobel Prize question.” There are many theories: over-immunization; the reduction in measles, mumps and tuberculosis; overuse of antibiotics and antibacterial soaps and other prod-

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Amanda Staniec and her son, Kye, look at a list of ingredients. Kye is allergic to peanuts, tree nuts and shellfish. ucts; urbanization; and changes in the way food is processed. In June, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America released interim guidelines from its LEAP (Learning Early About Peanut Allergy) study that recommend introducing peanut products to infants between the ages of 4 and 11 months. Allergists’ guidelines have fluctuated in recent years, but as recently as 2008 parents were commonly advised to wait until after age 3 to give their child peanut butter if the child was considered high-risk, which applies if they have a parent or sibling with any type of allergy. The LEAP study, however, found that children who began eating peanut products as infants had a 70 percent to 80 percent lower rate of developing a peanut allergy compared with children who waited until age 5. Only children who were considered high-risk were studied. The study cautioned that those recommendations do not apply to children who are already diagnosed with, or suspected of having, a peanut allergy. Local allergists embrace these recommendations. Sotomayor says the first dose of a peanut-based product for an infant should be less than a teaspoon of peanut butter on the tip of your finger, and offer the same amount once a day consecutively for about three weeks. He also recommends “peanut doodles” for teething. In addition, he suggests introducing eggs to infants as young as 3 months. Sotomayor encourages everyone to practice thorough hand washing to avoid the casual spread of food particles

that may be allergenic. And he warns allergy sufferers to avoid bakeries, candy stores and Asian restaurants, and to research the ingredients in any barbecue or other types of cooking sauces used in the house. People are more likely to outgrow allergies to milk, wheat and eggs, but the same cannot be said for nuts, Sotomayor says. Research has found that only 20 percent of peanut allergy patients and 9 percent of tree nut allergy patients have outgrown their ailments. The Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America, on its “Kids with Food Allergies” website, provides information on introducing solids to infants. It advises that pregnant women who do not have food allergies themselves to not avoid highly allergenic foods. The same goes for women who are breastfeeding. The foundation recommends breastfeeding mothers consult an allergist, however, if the infant has severe eczema (itchiness and inflammation of the skin) or shows signs of possible food allergies (hives, excessive vomiting, extreme fussiness with most nursing sessions, or coughing or wheezing during feedings). The same recommendation applies if the infant displays any of those symptoms when trying solid foods. And parents should also consult an allergist if the baby has a sibling with food allergies. The foundation also recommends starting infants on less-allergenic foods, preferably those composed of single ingredients such as rice or oat cereal, yellow and orange vegetables (carrots, squash), green vegetables and fruits. Go continued on next page

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Cow’s Milk Eggs Fish Shellfish Tree Nuts Wheat Soy Peanuts

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The Central New York Food Allergy Research and Education organization will host its annual Walk for Food Allergy on Sunday, Sept. 13, at SUNY Polytechnic Institute (formerly SUNY IT) in Utica. Check in begins at 9 a.m. at the Campus Center building, with the opening ceremony scheduled for 10 a.m. Proceeds support efforts to advance food allergy research, education, advocacy and awareness initiatives. Individuals or teams of walkers are encouraged to solicit donations for this event. For more information, visit www.foodallergywalk.org.

continued from previous page slowly: Introduce one food at a time, and wait a few days before introducing another food. The first highly allergenic food should be in a small quantity (never a full serving). If there is no reaction, gradually increase the quantity over the next several feedings. The website also advises offering nut butters or pastes, not actual nuts, which are a choking hazard. An allergy is caused when there’s an immune system response to certain proteins in food. The body has an easier time breaking down the proteins in milk, eggs and wheat than it does nuts and shellfish, says Theresa Bingemann of the Allergy and Clinical Immunology department of the Rochester (N.Y.) Regional Health System. She also explained that there is a spectrum of symptoms for most types of food allergies; it’s not always just difficulty breathing, vomiting or rashes. Reactions to certain foods can even include blood in the stool. Bingemann added that medical researchers are developing a patch that can help people tolerate high doses of the foods they are allergic to. “It’s kind of an exciting time in this field,” she says. “I’m hoping this will come to fruition.” In the meantime, doctors advise food allergy patients to carry epinephrine in case they have an anaphylactic reaction, which can be fatal. Such reactions can be caused by many types of foods, not just nuts and shellfish. Epinephrine provides a surge of adrenaline to the body very quickly and 18

intensely, and is also used to treat cardiac arrest. The administration of epinephrine, the common ingredients in brands Epi Pen and Auvi-Q, can be quite traumatic to a youngster. Both products contain long, intimidating needles. Auvi-Q is a spring-loaded device that injects automatically when it’s pressed against the outer thigh. (A set of two costs about $500, but that does not factor in insurance coverage or discounts from the manufacturer.) Lindsey Stoppacher, of Manlius, participates in day camp programs that educate parents about food allergies, and she’s trained several people on how to properly administer Auvi-Q. She always carries a set for her 12-year-old daughter, Harper, who has peanut allergies. On long plane rides she brings at least six of them, figuring that each one provides about 15 minutes to breathe. Harper was diagnosed at age 4 ½. Before then, there were no clear signs of allergies, especially since there was no family history of it, although she did have asthma. As a toddler, Harper always rejected peanut butter, but exposure to it from other items in the lunchbox caused her to throw up violently. The severe allergy was confirmed two days before the family flew to Florida. “Flying on planes, eating in restaurants, explaining the situation and severity of it to relatives who are new to it. …We began a life of strict avoidance,” says Stoppacher, who also has twin 9-year-old daughters.

“Bottom line: It is hard,” she says. “It is scary to have an anaphylactic allergy in your kid. But it is even scarier to give them wings. They have to, bit by bit, in an age-appropriate manner, take part in avoidance/preparedness, so they can live as normally and safely as possible.” Val Stuart, of Fulton, says her daughter, Alaina, may not have had any exposures to nuts when the girl was diagnosed with the food allergy at 10 months of age. Stuart and her two sons see an allergist for their asthma and seasonal allergies, and she wondered if the doctor had any advice for treating Alaina’s eczema. She figured her daughter might be allergic to milk, but tests confirmed a peanut allergy instead. Alaina, now 4, is very educated on the subject and asks a lot of questions about foods that she is exposed to, her mother says. Peanut butter is allowed in the house, but any time the jar comes out there must be a thorough washing of the counter, the table and hands. Stuart, an elementary school teacher, says she will work with the Fulton school district to establish plans for Alaina to eat at a nut-free table or, if need be, in the nurse’s office, when she starts kindergarten. “I am a little concerned about her starting school,” Stuart says. “But I’m sure we can come up with a plan that works.” Parents and physicians say society as a whole has shown vast improvements in accommodating food allergies. Labels on food boxes are easier to understand and manufacturers are better about disclosing

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Make toilet training easier by learning your child’s signals | BY EMILY POLLOKOFF

he pee-pee dance. There, I said it. And you know what I’m talking about. You’ve seen it, if not danced by your kid, then by another. The hip shake, the hopping on one foot, the squirmy knees: These are universal signs that a kid has to go. Well, did you know that even the younger baby or toddler, pre-potty training, shows similar signals of having to use the bathroom? You’ve probably heard a baby grunt, or seen a toddler crouch behind a chair. You know the faces, the wriggles, even the smells. There is a whole range of signals little ones use to communicate their need to potty. By recognizing these signals, and acting on our observations, we can actually make potty training easier, for the child and for us. There are several categories of signals. The first is audible and visual signs. These include noises like whining, squawking and blowing raspberries, as well as gestures like squirming; trying to “escape” a 22

baby carrier, bouncer or other seat; and sudden fussiness (or sudden stillness!) and staring off into space. Mobile babies and toddlers might have a favorite place to hide when they have to go; behind a couch or under a table are popular places. Some tots’ bodies follow daily rhythms, and so timing comes into play. Do you find yourself with a diaper to change first thing when baby wakes up? Or a little while after a meal? These transition times are another set of signals, to you and your babe, that it’s time to go. If you keep these signals and times in mind, and even record the times you notice your kid needing a new diaper, chances are you’ll pick up a pattern. So what to do when you encounter one of these signs or occasions in your day? The answer is simple: Acknowledge the moment. This can be as quick as a mental note to yourself that you should break for a diaper change. Even better, you can tell your child that you know he might have to

go potty, and you will help him soon. And you can even offer the potty to him to give him a chance to pee or poop there, instead of in the diaper. It’s easy to do this at home, where you might have a tiny potty or toilet seat reducer at hand. When you’re out and about, just try to find the closest bathroom you can. You can hold your child over the big toilet, or help him balance as he sits, and either he’ll have saved it for the potty, or you can quickly change his diaper and move on with your day. Now, here’s the real catch: Tuning in to these signals, and acting on them, prepares your toddler for official potty training. Changing a diaper right away helps baby preserve her instinct not to soil herself, so when it comes time to potty train, she already “knows” that she doesn’t want to be wet. Using the language of potty training early on (talking about pee, poop and potty) helps normalize these words and functions and can reduce fear and shame about

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bathroom business. Respecting her signals and reassuring her that being clean and dry is a priority for both of you, whether just verbally or by taking her to the potty, gives your child an advantage when it comes to potty training and promotes her cooperation with you on that front. Other bonuses include reduced diaper rash and increased self-confidence for the child, and deeper trust in your relationship.

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Friday, July 31 Terrarium DIY. 1-4 p.m. Kids age 12 and up can spend some time outdoors and create easy-tocare-for terrariums. Betts Branch Library, 4862 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. 435-1940. Create a Cooking Keepsake. 2-3:30 p.m. Teens can bring favorite recipes and create a keepsake cookbook to bring home. They can also exchange recipes with other participants. Materials provided. Paine Branch Library, 113 Nichols Ave., Syracuse. Free. 435-5442. Hip-Hop Dance Workshop. 3 p.m. The

Syracuse School of Dance presents an easy intro to hip-hop movement with elements of poppin’, lockin’ and breakin’ as well as freestyle movement. For age 12 and up. Program takes place at other county libraries; check with your local branch to see if it will also be offered there. Mundy Branch Library, 1204 S. Geddes St., Syracuse. Free. 435-3797.

Wild Kratts Live. 3 & 6:30 p.m. The live

version of the PBS Kids show brings the animated characters of Martin and Chris Kratt to life as they discover facts about animals and aim to thwart the plot of evil villain Zach. Crouse Hinds Theater, Oncenter, 411 Montgomery St., Syracuse. $25-$50 plus service fees. (800) 745-3000. ticketmaster. com.

Saturday, Aug. 1 Gravityfest. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; also Aug. 2. Competitive skateboarders, street lugers and drift trikers use precision equipment to reach speeds of up to 60 mph down East Hill Road, Munnsville. Racing both days; awards ceremony on Sunday afternoon. Parking: Stockbridge Valley Central School, 6011 Williams Road, Munnsville, with free shuttle to area spectator area. 374-1029. munnsville gravityfest.com.

Family Fun Canal Walk and Festival.

11 a.m.-9:15 p.m. Go on a 1.6 mile walk starting at Ryder Park, then take part in the festival at Cedar

Bay Park. Festival features games for kids, food, crafters, live music and more. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Walk begins at Ryder Park, 5400 Butternut Dr., E. Syracuse. Festival at Cedar Bay Park, Cedar Bay Road between Kinne Road and North Burdick Street, E. Syracuse. Free. 446-3910, Ext. 137. www. townofdewitt.com/CanalDay.

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Children’s Theatre presents an original, interactive version of the tale, in which children in the audience can dress as a fairy tale character and help the dwarfs save Snow White from the Wicked Queen. Spaghetti Warehouse, 689 N. Clinton St., Syracuse. $5. 449-3823.

Artful Tales. 1 p.m. Children age 3 and up and caregivers can enjoy an afternoon of storytelling and gallery exploration. Everson Museum of Art, 401 Harrison St., Syracuse. Registration recommended: 474-6064, Ext. 308. www.everson.org.

Sciencenter Showtime. 2 p.m.; Saturdays. Every Saturday, see an interactive presentation on a different aspect of science. Upcoming topics include: electricity; biomedical engineering; egg engineering; and construction machines. Sciencenter, 601 First St., Ithaca. Admission: $8/adults; $7/seniors; $6/ages 3-17; free/under 3. (607) 2720600. www.sciencenter.org.

Sunday, Aug. 2 Gravityfest. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. See Aug. 1 listing. Bavarian Fest. Noon. An event filled with

German food and drink, folk dancing and music. Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Park, Longbranch Road, Liverpool. Free. 451-7275. www. bavarianclubalmenrausch.org.

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gust. Tinker with recycled materials and electricity to make whirling, moving machines. Sciencenter, 601 First St., Ithaca. Admission: $8/adults; $7/seniors; $6/ages 3-17; free/under 3. (607) 272-0600.

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Children age 4 through grade 5 can take part in an experience with songs, crafts, snacks, Bible adventures and more. Immanuel United Methodist Church, 303 Kasson Road, Camillus. $10/child; $25/family max. Registration required: facebook. com/umc.immanuel. 487-1171.

Drop In for Crafts. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Enjoy making seasonal crafts in the children’s room with all materials provided. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. 457-0310. lpl.org. Signing Storytime. 10:30-11 a.m. Children

ages 3-6 can learn six to seven signs that correspond to the week’s story. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. Registration required: 637-6374. www.fflib.org.

Dancing with the Strong. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; daily, through Aug. 7. This week’s Summer of Fun programming focuses on dance, with performances by community organizations every day. Check the Strong’s website for each week’s theme and related activities. Strong National Museum of Play, 1 Manhattan Square, Rochester. Admission: $13.50/ general; free/younger than 2. (585) 263-2700. museumofplay.org. Lunch at the Library. 11:40 a.m.-1:20 p.m.;

Monday through Friday; through Aug. 14. District Mobile Nutrition Unit delivers free lunches of sandwiches, fruit and milk to young people age 18 and under in 20-minute sessions at each stop. 11:40 a.m.-noon: Beauchamp Branch (435-3395); 12:2012:40 p.m.: Mundy Branch (435-3797); 1-1:20 p.m.: Hazard Branch (435-5326).

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from the MOST (Museum of Science & Technology) teaches participants (ages 5-12) about such superpowers as invisibility and electricity, and explores the science behind them. Baldwinsville Public Library, 33 E. Genesee St., Baldwinsville. Free. 635-5631.

DCL Crafts at the Beach. 2-4 p.m. De-

Witt Community Library staffers help participants (age 5 and up) make crafts at the beach. In the event of rain, program will take place at the library. Jamesville Beach Park, 4110 West Shore Manor, Jamesville. Admission: $7/vehicle. 446-3578.

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Intro to Tinkercad. 3-4 p.m. Kids age 10 and up can make a 3D printed object using Tinkercad software. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. 637-6374.

Teens Get Fit Club. 4:30-5:30 p.m.; also Aug. 10 & 17. Teens can join

personal trainer Joseph Labbate to improve their fitness level. Paine Branch Library, 113 Nichols Ave., Syracuse. Free. Registration required: dmcgregor@ onlib.org. 435-5442.

Craftastic Critters. 4:30-5:30 p.m.; Mondays. Kids ages 5-10 can drop

in to make a different craft each week. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. 637-6374.

Syracuse Chiefs Baseball. 7:05 p.m. Cheer on members of the home-

town Minor League Baseball team as they face the Pawtucket Red Sox on the grass field. Alliance Bank Stadium, 1 Tex Simone Drive, Syracuse. $5-$12/adult; $4-10/age 12 & under, age 62 & older. Parking: $5. 474-7833.

Tuesday, Aug. 4 Art Lab. 9:30-10 a.m. Children ages 1-6 can finger paint, color and create original works of art. Some projects will be messy, so participants should wear smocks or old clothes. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. Registration required: 637-6374. fflib.org. Free to Be. 10:30-11:15 a.m.; also Aug. 11. Children ages 3-6 can take part

in this early childhood music and acting class with live guitar music. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. Registration required: 6376374. www.fflib.org.

Paul Antonio Magic. 11 a.m. This magic act takes audience members on a journey through the eyes of a hero, showing them the different superpowers that ordinary people can have. Program takes place at other county libraries; check with your local branch to see if it will be offered there. Betts Branch Library, 4862 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. 435-1940. Gravitational Bull. 11 a.m.-noon. Western New York jugglers Dave and Kyle Fultz deliver an eclectic and entertaining comedy juggling show for all ages. NOPL at Cicero, 8686 Knowledge Lane, Cicero. Free. Registration required: 699-2032. DIY Club. 2 p.m.; Tuesdays, through Aug. 18. Kids ages 10-18 can make a

different do-it-yourself project at each session. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. Registration required each week: 4921727.

Save the Earth. 2 p.m. Learn how to be a hero and save the earth by

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Zoo to You. 2 p.m. Live zoo animals visit the library with an educator from the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park. Learn fascinating facts and get a close look. Program takes place at other county libraries; check with your local branch to see if it will be offered there. Northeast Community Center Library, 716 Hawley Ave., Syracuse. Free. 472-6343, Ext. 3.

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be accompanied by an adult. Museum of Science and Technology (MOST), 500 S. Franklin St., Armory Square, Syracuse. Museum admission: $10/adults; $8/seniors and ages 2-11. 425-9068, Ext. 2163.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Party. 12:30-2 p.m. Ninja Turtles lovers age 3 and up can enjoy crafts, games, snacks and more. DeWitt Community Library, Shoppingtown Mall (below food court), 3649 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt. Registration required: 446-3578.

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Jeff the Magic Man. 2-3 p.m. Jeff the Magic man will perform tricks and make balloon animals, flowers and other balloon art for each child. NOPL at Brewerton, 5437 Library St., Brewerton. Free. 676-7484.

Jewelry Making for Teens. 2 p.m. Make attractive jewelry out of

everyday items like paper, yarn and safety pins. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. 435-5326.

Zoo to You. 2 p.m. Live zoo animals visit the library with an educator from

the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park. Learn fascinating facts and get a close look. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. 435-3395.

Teen Geeks Lite. 6-8 p.m. Teens can hang out, play games, eat snacks, and create—video game free, in this version of Teen Geeks. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. 457-0310. lpl.org. Superhero Science. 6 p.m. An educator from the MOST (Museum of

Science & Technology) teaches participants (ages 5-12) about such superpowers as invisibility and electricity, and explores the science behind them. Program takes place at other county libraries; check with your local branch to see if it will be offered there. Maxwell Memorial Library, 14 Genesee St., Camillus. Free. 672-3661.

Multiple Moms Mingle. 6:30 p.m. Monthly meeting of mothers and expectant mothers of multiples. Ruby Tuesday, 3220 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt. Reserve if you wish to attend: multiplemomsmingle@gmail.com. Bubblemania. 6:30 p.m. Doug Rougeux puts on a bubble-filled show for the whole family, with comedy, music and audience participation. DeWitt Community Library, Shoppingtown Mall (below food court), 3649 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt. 446-3578.

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Adventures in the Wilderness. 2 p.m. Kids in kindergarten through grade 5 can learn about the life, skills and work of 19th-century Adirondack Mountain guides. DeWitt Community Library, Shoppingtown Mall (below food court), 3649 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt. Free. 446-3578. Superhero Science. 2:30 p.m. An educator from the MOST (Museum of

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a battle of cupcakes, frosting and sprinkles to see who emerges victorious. Betts Branch Library, 4862 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. 435-1940.

Saturday, Aug. 8 CNY Scottish Games. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Enjoy Scottish and American food and immerse yourself in the culture of clans, pipes, drums, dancers and athletic competitions. Long Branch Park, Liverpool. $10/adults; $7/seniors; $4/ages 5-12; free/age 4 and younger. 463-8876.

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Make Your Own Terrarium. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Adults and children age 6 and up (younger kids will need an adult’s help) can make a terrarium containing three plants. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. $5 (for materials). 637-6374. www.fflib.org.

Garden Railway Open House. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. See a large layout with

distinctive water features and multiple operating trains; presented by the CNY Large-Scale Railway Society. Robert and Marie Loran, 102 Mohawk Ave., Central Square. Free. 668-9582.

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Magical John’s Family Matinee. 4 p.m. A fun-packed hour of magic

and comedy aims to wow the whole family. Face painting before and after the show. Funny Bone Comedy Club, Destiny USA, 9090 Destiny USA Dr., Syracuse. $7/advance; $8/door. 423-8669.

Sensory Friendly Time. 5:30-7:30 p.m. MOST staffers turn down the noise, turn off the flashing lights and shut off the air compressors so people with sensory issues can enjoy the museum. Museum of Science and Technology (MOST), 500 S. Franklin St., Armory Square, Syracuse. Cost: $5. 425-9068, Ext. 2143.

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Sunday, Aug. 9 Fun on the Farm. 1-5 p.m. Family-friendly fundraiser features food, pony

rides, face painting and a chance to meet alpacas, pigs, a peacock and more. Event supports youth mentorship program. Purpose Farm, 1454 W. Genesee Road, Baldwinsville. Free/farm and animal tour; charge for items and some activities. 876-4309.

Monday, Aug. 10 Moreland the Magician. 6 p.m. David Moreland presents his show

“There’s a Hero at Your Library,” a blend of magic, puppetry, comedy and a final skit that stars kids in the audience. Program takes place at other county libraries; check with your local branch to see if it will also be offered there. Paine Branch Library, 113 Nichols Ave., Syracuse. Free. 435-5442.

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Meet an Army Soldier. 2 p.m. Talk to an

Army soldier and find out what the job is like. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. 435-3395.

Cupcake Wars 2.0, Aug. 7

Families and kids age 12 and up can learn about this fun variation of Dominoes that’s sweeping the country. Staffers will teach participants how to play. DeWitt Community Library, Shoppingtown Mall (below food court), 3649 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt. Registration required: 446-3578.

Thursday, Aug. 13 Smart Play. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Children age 6

and under can explore a free-play environment that promotes discovery, creativity and the development of early literacy skills. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. 6376374. www.fflib.org.

Syracuse Chiefs Baseball. 7:05 p.m. Vs.

Lehigh Valley IronPigs. See Aug. 3 listing.

Wednesday, Aug. 12

Summer Reading Wrap-Up Party.

KidsFest. 11 a.m. Susan Reed, a singer-songwriter, banjo player, violinist and storyteller, is joined by festival musicians in this participatory program centered on Aesop’s fables. Part of the Skaneateles Festival. First Presbyterian Church, 97 E. Genesee St., Skaneateles. Free. 685-7418. www. skanfest.org.

The Bubbleman. 3 p.m. Doug Rougeux tells a story about a hero using a variety of bubble effects that will amaze and delight. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. 435-5326.

Star Party: Perseid Meteor Shower.

9-11 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to lie back and watch for meteors. Through a telescope, see the Milky Way galaxy and views of Mars and Saturn. Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. $9. 673-1350. www.baltimore woods.org.

Mexican Train Game Night. 6-8 p.m.

Hip-Hop Dance Workshop. 2 p.m. The Syracuse School of Dance presents an intro to hiphop movement with elements of poppin’, lockin’ and breakin’ as well as freestyle movement. For age 12 and up. Program takes place at other county libraries; check with your local branch to see if it will also be offered there. Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. 435-3395.

Syracuse Chiefs Baseball. 7:05 p.m. Vs. Lehigh Valley IronPigs. See Aug. 3 listing.

Noon. Reading program participants can celebrate with a s’mores bar, chalk art and more. Betts Branch Library, 4862 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. 435-1940.

Storyteller Vanessa Johnson. 3 p.m. In

a special program, griot Vanessa Johnson tells stories, and engages in spoken word, song and drum performance. White Branch Library, 763 Butternut St., Syracuse. Free. Registration required: 435-3519.

Teen Anime Night. 6-8 p.m. Teens can

watch anime on the large screen, take part in drawing and trivia contests, and more. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. 457-0310. lpl.org.

Paul Antonio Magic. 2:30 p.m. This magic act takes audience members on a journey through the eyes of a hero, showing them the different superpowers that ordinary people can have. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. 435-5326.

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DIY Mini Hydroponics. 4-5 p.m. Kids can learn how plants grow by assembling a hydroponic system to take home. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. Registration required: 637-6374. www.fflib.org. Diary of a Wimpy Kid Party. 7 p.m.

Wimpy Kid fans ages 8-18 can play games, make their own comic, enjoy snacks and win prizes.

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Saturday, Aug. 15 Driver’s Village Train Display. 10 a.m.-4

p.m. See a large indoor model train layout featuring a mountain, a small village, an amusement park and lots of trains. Presented by the CNY Large-Scale Railway Society. The Commons, Driver’s Village, 5885 E. Circle Dr., Cicero. Free. cnylsrs.net.

Fishing Class. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Kids of all ages can learn how to fish with Spider Rybaak. Live bait and lures will be used; bait and tackle are provided. Those over age 16 must have a valid New York state fishing license. Lake Neatahwanta pier, Route 3, Fulton. Free. srybaak@yahoo.com. cians in all genres, under age 21, can perform and receive feedback from local professional musicians. Prizes will be awarded. A headline concert takes place at 6 p.m. Kellish Hill Farm, 3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius. $10. www.syracusesunrise musicfestival.com.

Oktoberfest. Noon-6 p.m.; also Aug. 16. Long Branch Park, Longbranch Road, Liverpool. Free admission. www.germanamericanscny.com.

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Snow White. 12:30 p.m. See Aug. 1 listing. Solar Party. 1-3 p.m. With special telescopes,

sunspots, solar prominences and magnetic storms can be viewed clearly and safely. (Back-up date: Aug. 16.) Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. $9. Register: 673-1350. www.baltimorewoods.org.

Cardboard Challenge for Kids. 2:304:30 p.m. Kids ages 6-14 can make cardboard arcade games and other fun projects out of cardboard. All supplies provided. Soule Branch Library, 101 Springfield Road, Syracuse. Free. Registration required: 435-5320. Shakespeare in the Park. 5:30 p.m.; through Aug. 23. See Aug. 14 listing.

Syracuse Chiefs Baseball. 7:05 p.m. Vs. Buffalo Bisons. Fireworks after this game. See Aug. 3 listing.

Sunday, Aug. 16 Oktoberfest. Noon-6 p.m. See Aug. 15 listing. Syracuse Chiefs Baseball. 1:05 p.m. Vs.

Buffalo Bisons. See Aug. 3 listing.

Shakespeare in the Park. 2 p.m.; through Aug. 23. See Aug. 14 listing.

New York State Fair, Aug. 27-Sept. 7 Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. Registration required: 492-1727. www.oflibrary.org.

Stargazing. 7 p.m. (Cloud date: Aug. 20.)

The Syracuse Astronomical Society presents an introduction to the night sky, including ways to learn the constellations and information about meteor showers, satellites and more. Beaver Lake Nature Center parking lot, 8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville. $4/parking. Registration required: 638-2519.

Syracuse Chiefs Baseball. 7:05 p.m. Vs. Lehigh Valley IronPigs. See Aug. 3 listing. College Talk. 7:30-8:30 p.m. Students entering grade 12 or the first year of college can hear from a panel of current college students about what life in college is like. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. 637-6374. www.fflib.org. 32

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Friday, Aug. 14 Baby and Me Tour. 11:30 a.m. Parents and other caregivers can enjoy a 30-minute tour of Handmade: The Art of Susan Roth with their baby. Everson Museum of Art, 401 Harrison St., Syracuse. Suggested donation: $5. 474-6064. www. everson.org. Shakespeare in the Park. 5:30 p.m.;

through Aug. 23. A performance of William Shakespeare’s All’s Well That Ends Well. Food available for purchase. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket and a picnic, if you wish. A kids’ area for age 10 and under. Thornden Park amphitheatre, entrances at Ostrom Avenue and Madison Street, South Beach Street, Ackerman Avenue, Syracuse. Donations. 476-1835. www.syrsf.org.

Syracuse Chiefs Baseball. 7:05 p.m. Vs.

Buffalo Bisons. Fireworks after this game. See Aug. 3 listing.

Monday, Aug. 17 Keep Calm and Latch On. 6-7:30 p.m. Expectant and new parents can get the knowledge and confidence to successfully start and sustain a breastfeeding relationship with their baby. Presented by the CNY Doula Connection. Women’s Info Center, 601 Allen St., Syracuse. Free. 418-3163. Teen Summer Reading Club Finale.

6-7 p.m. Teens can celebrate their summer reading with make-your-own-sundaes. There will also be prizes for reading program participants. Paine Branch Library, 113 Nichols Ave., Syracuse. Free. 435-5442.

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Brown Cow Day and Book Swap. 2-3

a Marine Corps train and more; presented by the CNY Large-Scale Railway Society. Keith and Tammy Kostoroski, 209 Syracuse Ave., Oswego. Free. 3423490.

Syracuse. Admission: $8/adult; $5/senior; $4/ages 3-18; free/age 2 and under. 435-8511.

p.m. Enjoy a root beer float and bring gently used children’s and teen books to exchange. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. 4570310. lpl.org.

Magic Workshop. 3:30-5 p.m. Children 8 and

older can learn about magic from Jeff the Magic Man. NOPL at Brewerton, 5437 Library St., Brewerton. Free. Registration required: 676-7484.

Snow White. 12:30 p.m. See Aug. 1 listing. Barefoot Hike. 1-3 p.m. Join Barefoot Bob Piekiel for a half-mile barefoot hike along the Valley Trail over grass, wooden bridges, leaves and soil; not for families with strollers. Appropriate for age 4 and up. Backup date: Aug. 23. Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. $9. Register: 673-1350. www.baltimorewoods.org.

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Summer Games on the Lawn. 1-2 p.m. Kids from prekindergartners to grade 6 can take part in super-sized Scrabble, hula hooping, juggling, bubble activities and life-size Angry Birds. And there’ll be ice cream! Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. 457-0310.

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Cardboard Challenge. 2 p.m. Kids can make

Syracuse Chiefs Baseball. 7:05 p.m. Vs. Rochester Red Wings. See Aug. 3 listing.

Shakespeare in the Park. 2 p.m. See Aug. 14 listing.

toys, games and other creations from cardboard and other materials. All supplies provided. White Branch Library, 763 Butternut St., Syracuse. Free. 435-3519.

Shakespeare in the Park. 5:30 p.m.; through Aug. 23. See Aug. 14 listing.

Saturday, Aug. 22 Asian Elephant Extravaganza. 10 a.m.-

4:30 p.m. Learn all about the zoo’s resident pachyderms while playing games, seeing cultural demonstrations and visiting activity stations. Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park, 1 Conservation Place,

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Thursday, Aug. 27

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New York State Fair. 8 a.m.-midnight; through Sept. 7. The fair features

thousands of animals, hundreds of attractions, scores of rides and countless styles of deep fried food. New York State Fairgrounds. Admission: $10/general; free/ age 12 and younger. $3/Thursdays. $1/Sept. 7. Parking: $5. (800) 475-FAIR. www. nysfair.org.

Friday, Aug. 28 New York State Fair. 8 a.m.-midnight; through Sept. 7. See Aug. 27 listing.

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Bats. 7-8:30 p.m. Find out why bats are beneficial creatures with undeserved reputations. For age 5 and up. Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. $9. Register: 673-1350. www.baltimorewoods.org.

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