JULY 2020
Create a summer camp at home
History, More AUBURN OFFERS
Tips for adopting a pet
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EDUCATION
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These are some of the best new books for summer.
CREATE
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Cool off with this affordable craft.
PETS
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What you need to know about adopting a cat or dog.
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A daytrip to Auburn offers history, more.
ACTIVITIES
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CONTENTS
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EDITOR’S NOTE
How to create a summer camp at home.
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Has COVID-19 changed your summer plans? Turn to page 18 to learn how to create a summer camp at home. One way is to be a tourist in your own town. Located about 40 minutes west of Syracuse, Auburn is rich in history. Eileen Gilligan explores everything the town has the offer in this month’s cover story (page 15).
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Many states have seen an increase in pet adoptions during the pandemic. Is your family thinking about adopting a dog or cat? Tammy DiDomenico tells you everything you need to know on page 10.
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• The World Needs More Purple People by Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart; illustrated by Daniel Wiseman Actress (and mom) Kristen Bell is behind this book about the “purple people” who look out for others, speak up for what’s right, and make people around them feel good.
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Summer Reading List 2020 Best new books for kids from preschool to high school BY KELLEY HEYWORTH
A version of this article was originally published on Mommy Poppins.com, a leading website for family activities and travel.
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ummer reading lists can feel like a drag, but parents need children’s book ideas now more than ever. With many camps and trips canceled, it’s the perfect time for kids to get lost in a great story (or five). We polled librarians, parents and publishers for their top summer reading picks and came up with a list of exciting new books published in 2020 to suit various age groups, including preschoolers, early readers, middle schoolers and high schoolers. When they’re not escaping to lands of unicorns, purple people, or the Hunger Games, kids can busy themselves with hundreds of boredom busters in the Stay-at-Home Guide for Summer (http://ow.ly/ Hxtw50AfLxY) or find virtual or camp in the Mommy Poppins Summer Camp Fair 2020 (http://ow.ly/DzGU50AfLvz).
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• Tomorrow I’ll Be Kind by Jessica Hische Enjoy beautiful hand-lettered inspirational messages and illustrations in this tender follow up to Tomorrow I’ll Be Brave. • It’s Okay to Be a Unicorn! by Jason Tharp Cornelius J. Sparklesteed pretends to be a horse – until he learns to embrace his true self. • Be You! by Peter H. Reynolds The Dot creator’s newest book encourages readers to be their “own work of art.” • Together We Grow by Susan Vaught; illustrated by Kelly Murphy Animals teach us there is “room for all” in the wake of a terrible storm in a gentle tale for our times. • Our Friend Hedgehog by Lauren Castillo A hedgehog recruits new friends to help him find a lost lovey in a sweet tale by Caldecott-winner Castillo.
for Ages 6-8
• I Believe I Can by Grace Byers; illustrated by Keturah Bobo These poignant, yet simply told, messages about kids achieving no matter their backgrounds are thought-provoking for early readers. • Lift by Minh Le; illustrated by Dan Santat Gorgeous illustrations “elevate” this captivating tale about a child dealing with a new sibling and the discovery of a secret elevator. • Wood, Wire, Wings: Emma Lilian Todd Invents an Airplane by Kirsten W. Larson; illustrated by Tracy Subisak This illustrated biography tells the little-known story of pioneering female engineer Todd, who designed early airplanes.
• The Boy Who Grew Dragons by Andy Shepherd; illustrated by Sara Ogilvie Fantasy meets humor in this beginner’s chapter book about a boy who discovers dragons in his grandfather’s garden. • On the Horizon by Lois Lowry; illustrated by Kenard Pak The legendary author draws on her childhood memories for these side-byside stories of people whose lives were forever changed by the events at Pearl Harbor and Hiroshima. for Middle Schoolers
• If We Were Giants by Dave Matthews, Clete Barrett Smith; illustrated by Antonio Javier Caparo Is this the same Dave Matthews who was “Under the Table and Dreaming” during our teen years? Yes – and this fantastical tale of a girl who lives in a dormant volcano is getting rave reviews. • The One and Only Bob by Katherine Applegate; illustrated by Patricia Castelao Applegate delivers another exciting and utterly charming story about the life and minds of animals in this sequel to her beloved The One and Only Ivan (a widely taught book that’s been remade as a movie set to release later this year). • Ways to Make Sunshine by Renee Watson; illustrated by Nina Mata Ramona Quimby for a new generation, Ryan Hart is dealing with some family issues (money is tight), but she makes the most of it with an upbeat spirit and clever ideas. Watson is a Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Author Award winner. • The Space Between Lost and Found by Sandy Stark-Mcginnis When her vibrant mom is diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s, Cassie comes up with creative ideas to connect with her in this touching book. • The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins Of course, this is the book teens will be talking about this summer. Coriolanus Snow learns empathy when tasked with mentoring a young tribute in the 10th annual Hunger Games. for High Schoolers
• Deeplight by Frances Hardinge Mythology meets medicine: A 15-year-old discovers the still-beating heart of a dormant deity and tries to use it to save a friend while struggling to keep it away from smugglers and scientists. • Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo When their father dies in a plane crash, two girls living in different countries learn of each other’s existence in this poignant story by National Book Award winner Acevedo. • Dragon Hoops by Gene Luen Yang In this entertaining memoir, written in graphic-novel form, Yang connects with the basketball stars at the high school where he teaches. • Rad American History A-Z: Movements and Moments That Demonstrate the Power of People by Kate Schatz; illustrated by Miriam Klein Stahl In this timely reference guide, Rad Women authors introduce teens to activist movements throughout history, from Alcatraz to Zuccotti Park.
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PAPER FANS Cool down this summer with this inexpensive craft ARTICLE AND STEP-BY-STEP PHOTOS BY NATALIE DAVIS
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eep cool this summer with some paper fans, an inexpensive craft that is not only fun but also functional. We’re going to go over step-by-step how to make two different styles of kid-friendly paper fan: an accordion style and a Japanese style. The Japanese style fan is a little bit more complex and will require some adult supervision, but both types only need a few supplies and should provide a fun afternoon activity!
STEPS 1. Select two pieces of scrapbook paper with the same or similar patterns or colors. 2. Fold the paper accordion-style (back-and-forth folding), starting from one short edge of the paper. The folds should be about 1inch wide (1/2 inch if you are using the standard size craft sticks).
ACCORDION FOLDED CIRCLE FAN
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MATERIALS • Patterned paper in a variety of colors and styles. A pad of scrapbook paper in a summery theme can be purchased at Wal-Mart for around $5. • Popsicle sticks. These can be found in any craft store and also at the dollar store, either the traditional or wider ones that can be easier for little hands to hold. • Glue. You can use a hot glue gun, regular craft glue or glue tape. Any type will do. • Washi tape or clear tape.
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3. Continue folding until you’ve folded the entire paper and do the same to your second sheet. 4. Fold each piece in half and wrap the end with tape.
5. Glue the two inner sides of your two folded mini-fans together using craft glue or hot glue (for the glue-gun challenged, we tried some “permanent craft tape”). 6. Take two of your craft sticks and run some glue along one side of the stick and affix it the outer side of your fan. Repeat on the other side.
7. Once your glue has dried, you can open your fan up by bringing the two craft sticks all the way around to meet each other on the other side.
5. Spread your craft sticks out so that they are evenly spaced. 6. Using a large mixing bowl, trace the outer part of the fan.
JAPANESE STYLE FAN
7. Using a smaller bowl or round shape, trace the bottom arc of the fan.
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8. Cut out your shape.
• Patterned paper in a variety of colors and styles. A pad of scrapbook paper in a summery theme can be purchased at Wal-Mart for around $5.
9. Align your craft sticks with your arc.
• Popsicle sticks. These can be found in any craft store and also at the dollar store, either the traditional or wider ones that can be easier for little hands to hold.
10. Fold over the outer corner of your paper arc around the outermost craft stick and affix with either glue, hot glue or permanent craft tape. Repeat on the other side.
• Glue. You can use a hot glue gun, regular craft glue or glue tape. Any type will do. • Washi tape or clear tape. • Paper fasteners or a short screw and bolt. • Clear nail polish. (optional) • Pencil. • Large mixing bowl. • Smaller bowl.
11. Finish attaching the other sticks to your paper arc and let the glue dry.
2. Drill a hole in the end that has been taped. The tape prevents the craft sticks from splitting during drilling.
12. Carefully, begin folding your fan closed, making sure to create a good crease with each fold.
3. Make sure the hole is wide enough for your fastener to go through.
13. Open your fan! You did it!
STEPS 1. Stack six craft sticks together and tape them at one end with masking tape or regular scotch tape.
4. Push a bolt or a paper fastener through all the craft sticks and trim the back of the fastener if you can. My husband used his handy man skills and completed these steps for me. He also painted a small amount of clear nail polish on to the thread of the bolt before tightening the nut all the way. This will help to keep the hardware more permanently in place.
Natalie Davis teaches Art at McKinley Brighton Elementary School in Syracuse. She lives with her family in Jordan.
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Furry Friends What it takes to adopt a pet for the first time BY TAMMY DIDOMENICO
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n many states, the number of pet adoptions has risen during COVID-19. But young families considering adopting a pet need to consider a range of factors before allowing a new creature to join the household. People who work to ensure successful pet adoptions say it’s not a life change to be made lightly.
CNY Cat Coalition coordinates foster homes for cats around Central New York with the goal of finding them permanent homes. The cats can be viewed on PetFinder.com, at the North Syracuse Petco and at PetSmart locations in Liverpool and Fairmount
Beware of Puppy Love
While many young kids are drawn to puppies and kittens, Armbruster says an animal’s temperament is a more important factor than its age.
Local animal welfare organizations such as Helping Hounds Dog Rescue in North Syracuse and the CNY Cat Coalition do their best to dissuade impulse adoptions. Courtney Armbruster of the CNY Cat Coalition says most families seeking to adopt a pet have given some serious thought to the decision. But there are those who – upon seeing a litter of kittens or a puppy at a rescue center or a pet store – take in an animal without thinking it through. Her advice? Please don’t!
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“Those looking to adopt can arrange to meet [the cats] to see if it is a good fit,” Armbruster says. “We don’t do same-day adoptions.”
“Every cat has a very different personality,” Armbruster says. “The good thing about getting them when they are very young is that they get used to your kids.” With so many rescued cats and dogs available for adoption, Armbruster encourages families to consider those before going to a breeder or a pet store.
“There are valid reasons why someone would want to go to a breeder, but we encourage people to consider rescued animals,” she says. “They make wonderful pets.”
Do Your Homework In addition to knowing what to look for, experts say it’s important to know what you are willing to do. “It’s important to make sure that you are ready and that you have realistic expectations,” says Kathy Gilmour, director of Helping Hounds. “The expenses associated with veterinary care can be a big consideration for many people. We see people who think that getting a dog will make them get out and walk more. They don’t. Dogs have a lot of value to add to families. But they are also a lot of work. They have to have exercise and companionship. They also need training. All of that requires time.” For families looking for dogs, Gilmour suggests doing some research on what breed, size and temperament of dog would fit best. “People forget that this is a commitment that can last for many years,” she says. “Fostering does help with that a little bit. Families have access to more information about our dogs. Our foster families watch the dogs and how they interact in the home.” Helping Hounds dogs are usually with foster families for about three weeks. Most are house trained before they are adopted. Gilmour says the organization – which opened in 2009 – has a very high success rate. Gilmour estimates that only about 4% of adopted pets are returned within the first 60 days. While it is often recommended that families with very young children not get a new pet, some families like the idea of pets and children growing up together. Helping Hounds requires that everyone who will be living with its dogs be introduced prior to adoption. “We have adopted to families with everything from infants to college-aged children,” Gilmour says. “Sometimes a young puppy does see a young child as a great chew toy.” Armbruster says that for families that have never had a cat before, some of the most common questions involve the litter box. All cats adopted through the CNY Cat Coalition are litter-box trained. Adoption fees through the CNY Cat Coalition are $115 for a young kitten and $75 for a cat over 6 months old. This covers spaying or neutering, rabies and distemper shots and a leukemia test. “It costs us more to get all of those things done than our adoption fee,” Armbruster says.
If it turns out that the cat is not a good fit, the CNY Cat Coalition does have a two-week return policy. “After two weeks, we almost certainly will still take the animal back, but there’s no refund of the adoption fee,” Armbruster says. “I’ve taken cats back after three years.” A common reason why cats do get returned is allergies. “There are some breeds and some coat types that are less likely to trigger allergies, so we can steer people toward those,” Armbruster says. “It’s a hormone in a cat’s saliva that people are actually allergic to. Siamese and short-haired white cats have the least of it.”
A Family Affair
Jordan Fleischmann, of Cicero, adopted her black Labrador retriever, Abby, when her son, Jackson, was only 10 months old. “My mom’s friend was moving and she had to find a new owner,” Fleischmann says. “I already knew the dog, so I was confident it would be a good match.” Jackson and Abby became fast friends. Fleischmann says she specifically chose to get a Lab because she knew the temperament would make it a good choice for a family dog. “I was nervous about the dog biting Jackson, especially with him being so little,” she says. “But Abby was in love with him. It was good.” Fleischmann got Jackson used to the rules of dog ownership as soon as he was able to understand. Safety was paramount. “Right from the beginning he had to learn: When Abby is eating or drinking, leave her alone. When she has her toys, don’t touch.” Fleischmann says. “Teaching Jackson the boundaries was the hardest. But I am consistent.” Jessica and Brett Butler also added a pet to their family while raising small children. They adopted Sebastian (or Sea Bass) – a large, high-energy, longhaired cat – before their older son, Dominick, was 2, and their younger son, Brooks, was just 2 months old. “It was really hard with Dom because he hadn’t had a pet before,” Jessica says. “It was a kitten, and it wanted to play, but we had to teach him not to pick it up, or pull its hair. Occasionally, we do have to remind him not to throw a toy at the cat. With Brooks, we’ve never had an issue with him pulling his tail or anything like that. He grew up with the cat.” The decision to add a cat to the family stemmed from Dominick’s love of stuffed cats and other feline toys. “One day he asked if he could get a real cat, and we were like, ‘Sure!’” Jessica recalls with a continued on page 12
Tips for New Pet Owners: • Adopt a rescued animal whenever possible. • Consider older pets. • Know what you are willing to do with and for a pet. • Consider the potentially high cost of veterinary care. Even indoor cats need regular vet visits and vaccinations. • Expect that your kids will do far less to care for a pet than they say they will. • Make sure everyone in the house is on board. • Always spay and neuter your pets.
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continued from page 11 laugh. “We were doing Chats with the Cats at the SPCA during the summer (a program where visitors can read to sheltered cats), and I saw him there.” As Sebastian grew, the family set some ground rules for playtime; hand-to-cat contact is very limited. Dominick has had a few scratches here and there, but Sebastian has never hurt Brooks. “Brooks could rest his head on him or touch the cat and he sensed that he was a baby,” Jessica says. “But we were still trying to adjust to the new norm. So, it was quite a change.” “Trying to keep them supervised was tough,” Brett adds. His advice for new cat owners? “Get a spray bottle!” Armbruster says it’s important to understand that adults in the household are ultimately responsible for a pet’s care. “When your 6-year-old says they’re going to clean the litter box every day, that doesn’t mean it’s going to happen. And what happens if she doesn’t? Are you going to keep the cat? It’s not a toy and it’s not a disposable thing.” While adult cats are significantly more independent than a puppy, families have to consider how busy everyone in the household is. “Some people have kids who are involved in travel sports, and they’re gone every weekend,” Armbruster says. “It’s not just a parttime pet; it’s an all-time pet. Just check your lifestyle. Is it conducive to a dog or a cat? How often are you going to be available to play with it, snuggle it?”
“They need vaccines and they need to be seen regularly by a vet. We recommend that cats do be indoor only, but people don’t know that it is the law in New York State for cats and dogs to be up to date on their rabies vaccines,” Armbruster says. “Even more concerning is the distemper vaccine...You can carry it into the house on your shoes from the soil, and if your cat is not vaccinated, it can be exposed. Distemper can remain in the environment for two years.” Families with a new pet should select a veterinarian and bring the animal in for an exam as soon as possible, recommends Dawn Counterman, who was a certified dog trainer and operations manager at Liverpool Village Animal Hospital when this story was written. “We like to do it within a few days,” Counterman says. “Many pets come here from other states, so we like to get a good baseline assessment on them.” Dogs are given a heartworm test; cats get checked for feline leukemia and feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV). Flea and tick prevention is vital for both. Counterman also offers puppy socialization classes – a toe dip of sorts for the behavioral training she hopes all pet owners get for their dogs. She loves to see children attending the puppy socialization classes with the dogs. “I think it is really important that the kids get a little bit of that basic training,” she says.
CNY Cat Coalition will not adopt out a kitten under 6 months old unless there is an adult at home during the day, or another animal to keep it company. “Young kittens don’t thrive as well without a friend, or a lot of attention. If you are looking for a very young animal, you should get two,” Armbruster says.
New pet owners can be overwhelmed by issues as basic as what to feed an animal, “because there is so much information out there,” she says.
In it for the Long Haul
By taking the long view regarding pet ownership, more families – like the Butlers and the Fleischmanns – can build happy, healthy relationships with their animals. There are plenty of animals looking for good homes, and there are many resources to foster successful matches.
Surprisingly, Abby the Lab was quick to adjust to the unfamiliar place. “It only took Abby about a day to get used to being in a new home,” Fleishmann says. “That night, she was sleeping on my bed.” Like all young dogs, Abby benefits from consistent behavior training. Fleischmann says this is the most difficult aspect of having a young dog and a young child in the house together. “Disciplining a dog is hard to do with a little one,” she says. “But we’re learning.” For the Butlers, a cat has been a good choice of pet because they are rarely home on weekdays. Since he is still so young, Sebastian has tons of energy. When the family is home, Sebastian can be found right there with them, hanging in the family room as the boys play, or snuggling with Jessica at night. In addition to requiring companion¬ship, cats (like any pet) also need veterinary care.
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“I would like new pet owners to know that there are services out there to help with many situations,” Counterman says. “We want to treat the whole patient.”
Award-winning writer Tammy DiDomenico lives in DeWitt with her husband and two sons.
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Get a little of everything on a daytrip to Auburn | BY EILEEN GILLIGAN Note: Due to COVID-19, some of the attractions in this story may currently be closed.
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ow much do you know about Auburn? The city, which calls itself “History’s Hometown,” sits around 40 minutes’ drive from Syracuse on Owasco Lake in Cayuga County, and it turns out one day is not enough to try all the possibilities Auburn holds from museums to playing to restaurants. I’m looking forward to going back, rain or shine, summer and winter. Start your trip with a dip into the past. Auburn is lucky to be the last home of Harriet Tubman, famous escaped slave and slave rescuer. She eventually settled in Auburn and founded the Tubman Home for the Aged. Named a National Historical Park in 2017, the Tubman property can be visited year-round. The Visitor Center provides a detailed timeline of her life, which is enhanced by dramatic retelling of her struggles and achievements by Paul Gordon Carter, who was a tour guide when this story was written. He asks children to share their knowledge of Tubman and help re-enact some of her accomplishments.
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Owasco Lake at Emerson Park.
Hoopes Park.
Tubman’s personal home, rebuilt in brick by her second husband, can be viewed from outside, and tours are available of the Home for the Aged. There’s plenty of grass for children to spread their wings between buildings and tables available for picnic lunches. I’d recommend an hour for the visit with children. Tell the kids there’s time for one more stop of historical interest, and that’s the Seward House Museum, which also served as a stop on the Underground Railroad. Park in the public parking lot next to the house at 33 South St. A gate leads to the visitor entrance of the home of William H. Seward, Abraham Lincoln’s secretary of state. Every item inside came from the four generations of Sewards who lived there, including many gifts Seward received while visiting countries around the world. The home, built in 1816, was donated by the family in the 1950s to become a museum so no items were lost. These artifacts support the stories about the family members and U.S. history.
Merry-Go-Round Playhouse.
The home must be viewed on a tour, which is adapted to the audience. “The nice thing about the tour is that the docents are able to cater to everyone,” said Jill Hand, who was the youth services coordinator when this story was written. “They can switch gears and talk about pets and the toys that are up in the nursery. It’s a kid-friendly experience.” Tours also can focus on specific topics of interest, such as women’s history, abolition and the anti-slavery movement, or New York history, noted Jeffrey Ludwig, who was the director of education when this story was written. Children enjoy hearing about Fanny Seward, who grew up in the home and whose toys and books are on display, he added. Only children typically are taken down the narrow stairs to the home’s original underground kitchen, which was turned into a hiding spot for escaped slaves along the Underground Railroad, Ludwig said. After about an hour in the Seward home, tell the kids it’s time to head outside. Drive a few blocks to Fort Hill Cemetery, where you can drive or walk to the graves of Tubman, the Seward family and suffragette Martha Coffin Wright, among others. The cemetery area originally was a fort and burial grounds for the Iroquois Indians and offers hills to climb while inspecting the historic gravesites. If you brought along the family dog, he’s probably ready to romp at the Lakeside Dog Park, located next to Owasco Lake on the Fleming side of Emerson Park. There’s even a bit of lake available for dogs to dive and swim. Drive around the lake to a more “human” area, Emerson Park (with parking on East Lake Road) that features a playground and picnic tables to enjoy a packed lunch and an afternoon of swimming.
Schweinfurth Art Center.
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The Merry-Go-Round Playhouse stands nearby and offers a few matinees and regular evening performances. Keep driving up East Lake Road to my favorite lunch spot of Tom Thumb Drive In, which offers food, ice cream and 18 holes of miniature golf, all overlooking Owasco Lake.
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summer exhibit by Anna Warfield is devoted to didactic poems. The Lab contains all the equipment used by Theodore Case, who was a leader in discovering the magic of attaching sound to film in 1924.
If you have children age 6 and under, then turn to jumping and playing in Play Space of ABC Cayuga. Located on Genesee Street at the intersection with Route 34 (North Street), Play Space was designed to boost the development of young children while providing a place for parents to meet. For $8, a family can play all day. If your group includes older children or teens, they may prefer the Arnold Palmer Golf Facility on Gates Road, off Route 5. They can try miniature golf, the batting cages or driving range – and then fill up on hot dogs and ice cream, of course. Participants must be at least 10 years old to try Combat Zone Paintball, which shares the golf grounds, too. Don’t forget to try one of the numerous local pizzerias located throughout Auburn, take your picnic lunch back to Emerson Park next to Owasco Lake or check out one of the new brew pubs before taking your memories of Auburn back home. Eileen Gilligan, an award-winning writer and mother of two, lives in Baldwinsville. Tom Thumb.
It’s not time to go home yet. Head back to downtown Auburn and stop in the Seymour Library on Genesee Street. The public library features a lower level devoted to children’s books and activities, and sponsors a special activity for children each week through summer (visit seymourlibrary.org for details.) Located in another historic Auburn building, adults will enjoy the comfortable chairs arranged for reading in the library’s other rooms. After leaving the library, stop by the Schweinfurth Art Center, located at 205 Genesee St. The center for modern arts will offer several exhibits this summer, including one of work by New York artists. Children under 12 get in free. I like to take my kids on short forays into art museums or galleries so they can see what’s available and ideally grow an appreciation for visiting such spots. OK, now it’s time to go home … unless you want to stop for dinner at one of the city’s two brew pubs.
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HISTORIC SITES HARRIET TUBMAN HOME 180 South St., Auburn. (315) 2522081. harriettubmanhome.com. $5 fee for adults; free for children. SEWARD HOUSE MUSEUM 33 South St., Auburn. (315) 2521283. sewardhouse.org. Tours on the hour. Admission $14 for adults; $8 for students with ID; and free for children 6 and under.
Perhaps in Foul Weather If it’s late summer or autumn, it’s time for apple picking on your way to or from Auburn. Once there, take in the ag museum or whatever you missed from the day one visit. Open daily during summer, the Ward W. O’Hara Agricultural Museum is free to visit and tour along East Lake Road. For those more inclined to local history, check out the Cayuga Museum of History and Art as well as the Case Research Lab Museum, both located in downtown Auburn. The Cayuga Museum’s
FORT HILL CEMETERY 19 Fort St., Auburn. (315) 253-8132. forthillcemetery.net. Free. Map available.
SEYMOUR LIBRARY 176 Genesee St., Auburn. (315) 2522571. seymourlibrary.org. Free. SCHWEINFURTH ART CENTER 205 Genesee St., Auburn. (315) 255-1553. schweinfurthartcenter.org. Admission $10; free for children 12 and under. (Free admission on first Fridays.) HOOPES PARK 358 Genesee St., Auburn. (315) 255-4737. auburnny.gov/parks-recreationdepartment/pages/hoopes-park. Free. CAYUGA MUSEUM and CASE RESEARCH LAB 203 Genesee St., Auburn. (315) 2538051. cayugamuseum.org. Admission $7; free for students. MERRY-GO-ROUND PLAYHOUSE 6877 East Lake Road, Auburn. (315) 255-1785. fingerlakesmtf.com. Tickets needed.
ATTRACTIONS EMERSON PARK AT OWASCO LAKE
PLAY SPACE of ABC CAYUGA
6914 East Lake Road, Auburn. (315) 253-5611. cayugacounty.us/Community/ Parks-and-Trails/Emerson-Park. Open dawn to dusk. $2 fee for parking daily.
53 Genesee St., Auburn. (315) 2525541. playspaceabc.com. $8 per family per day. Only children age 6 and under.
ARNOLD PARLMER GOLF FACILITY 3060 Gates Road, Auburn. (315) 2538072. apgolf.info. Fee required. COMBAT ZONE PAINTBALL 3060 Gates Road, Auburn. (315) 214-9591. thecombatzonepaintball.com. Fee required. WARD W. O’HARA AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM 6880 East Lake Road, Auburn. (315) 252-7644. wardwoharaagricultural museum.org. Free.
FOOD TOM THUMB DRIVE IN 6143 East Lake Road, Auburn. (315) 253-3458, tomthumbdrivein.com. PRISON CITY PUB and BREWERY 28 State St., Auburn. (315) 604-1277. prisoncitybrewing.com.
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This article originally appeared on fivefortheroad.com/campmom-summer-schedule.
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very year I create themed summer camp ideas at home that we use to add structure and family time to our summer calendar. I put together this list of over 100 theme ideas to help you plan your at home summer camp this year.
The goal of our camp mom summer schedule is to help us make the most of the summer, connect more, and do everything on our summer bucket list. I like to plan our summer activities to keep us active and busy. I have been doing camp mom summer for the last six years and it has evolved as my kids have grown. This year is a different challenge because 2020 is a different year. As I sit and write this, I do not really know what our summer will look like. We may be home more than we expect and will have to get creative with how we spend our days. I do know that my goal of summer has not changed. I always want to have the best summer ever. To me that means creating awesome memories, exploring new things together as a family, and relaxing at home.
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“Camp Mom Summer” is the way we pack it all in for the summer. We do everything we can and break out of our routine. Setting up my camp mom summer schedule helps us enjoy time together and be a local tourist. I like to plan a “theme” a week to structure our weeks around. Sometimes the theme is as simple as water or nature, and other times it is more specific like Dr. Seuss week or Harry Potter. If you are interested in printing this list out you can sign up for my email list to have access to the list and my summer schedule planning sheets. I also include vacation and road trip itinerary planning sheets. Sign up here: https://page.co/eqeX.
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Planning camp mom summer is not as intense as it sounds. It’s really a flexible schedule I use to plan our weeks for the summer. I’m all about spontaneous fun and we do have unscheduled activities. Our themed summer camp keeps us going and helps me plan our weeks. It also reminds me to explore all the fun activities we have locally. Summer moves so fast and I like to see and do as much as I can. Planning our summer weeks helps me do this!
START YOUR OWN AT HOME SUMMER CAMP Before you start planning you need to consider a few things to start. What at Home Summer Camp is NOT? At home summer camp should not be is stressful. Don’t feel you have to scour the internet for ideas. You don’t. Do what makes you happy and keep it flexible. If your family loves playing in your pool most days during the summer that is what you should do. The goal is to make summer fun and easy. You do not have to spend your days on Pinterest finding the perfect summer craft, unless you want to! If you do please share your ideas because I love being inspired by other families. At home summer camp is all about taking those moments. The moments where your days do not have to be filled with school and obligations of running from one activity to the next. The moments your kids will remember and cherish. I want to be an active part in those memories. I want to explore and have adventures with my kids. The summer schedule is about me. It is about me wanting to soak up every moment I get to spend with my kids. It is being unplugged and removed from the day-to-day to enjoy summer. It is what summer is all about for me. Be Realistic in Your Planning Everyone is going to have a different plan for summer and that is okay. It is okay to plan one activity a week and it is okay to plan five activities a day. The most important thing is that you enjoy it. You may have to work from home and are trying to balance having the kids home too. If that is the case, make it fit within your schedule. Your goal should be to create fun family time together. Be Open to Change You may start off strong only to find the schedule doesn’t work for you. That is okay and part of the process. I have changed and tweaked things as my kids have gotten older and their interests have changed. We have had summers that we do consecutive weeks of themes or every other week. Don’t be afraid to make changes as you go.
DIY SUMMER CAMP AT HOME Where to Start I start planning our summer schedule with these three easy steps: • Make A Bucket List • Pick Some Themes • Lay Out A Weekly Schedule Make a Summer Bucket List We only have a few months of summer weather and I plan to enjoy everything that Western New York offers. From visiting new playgrounds to beaches and baseball games. We try to do it all! (In 2020 this may not be possible, please do what is best for your family and your community.) At times we don’t get it all in but we always try! We also add in a few visits to grandparents’ houses and weekend day trips. Summer is busy for us, but I love the time we get to spend together as a family. Start your summer bucket list by being a tourist in your own town. Write down places you’ve wanted to visit but haven’t had time. Often there are so many wonderful places to visit in your own backyard. I always get the kids involved to help with the planning. What do they want to do this summer? It might be as simple as a visit to their favorite playground or have a picnic in the park. All ideas get put on the list. There may be ones that are not doable, but you should try to have at least one idea from each family member on the list. Look through your local community center for events. Check the local library or book store. Museums often have weekly summer events and activities. Look at your local parent website for family friendly activities. I like to use Kids Out & About or Visit Rochester for local fun. Plan It All Out If you are not a planner this part may be a challenge, but I promise once you set it up, you will not have to do much again. Give yourself an hour to look at your calendar and plan out what the next eight weeks of summer will look like. This is a very flexible plan. I have a notebook that I have been using since 2014 to lay out what our summer plans will look like. You can use a calendar, planner, or a piece of paper to write out the weeks. The first thing I do is write in any camps or summer activities the kids are signed up for. Every year looks a little different. This year we have nothing on the calendar. continued on page 19 FAMILY TIMES JULY 2020
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some structure. This is more generic and flexible plan for the week. Ours looks something like this:
• 7:00-9:00 - Kids have breakfast, get dressed, brush teeth. Mom works. • 9:00-11:00 - Work on summer bridge book. - Daily Activity – Use theme to decide what that will be. We may visit a new park or stay home for a craft. • 11:00-12:00 Morning Chores and free time. • 12:00-1:00 Lunch and free time.
Each week gets assigned a theme and then I work our summer activities and bucket list into the themes. If we have swim lessons, we may have a water theme where we talk about aquariums and lakes. I try to find movies to watch that go along with our theme. Disney+ has many movie options for kids that the entire family will enjoy! If your kids are a little older, they may want to plan a week. Last year my kids each picked a theme and I will have them do the same this year. I will go through and add a few activities but they do a great job and have a lot of fun. (Bonus: They work together!)
• 1:00-2:00 Finish morning activity or play outside. • 2:00-2:30 Reading Time • 2:30-4:30 Free Electronic Time • 4:30-9:00 - Free Time - Dinner - Family Walk - Family Time - Bed
• Monday – Library (pick out book that go with the theme) • Tuesday – Field Trip Day (visit a museum or park. Pick Something from our summer bucket list.) • Wednesday – Home Day • Thursday – Field Trip Day (visit a local farmer’s market, etc.) • Friday – Home Day (chores, laundry, home activity) The kids have come to really love camp mom. They love to help plan family activities but I think they love the unplugged time together. We spend time together that is uninterrupted by electronics and we are enjoying the summer. It is making these memories that makes summer the best. Have a Family Fun Summer!
As my kids have gotten older the theme days have changed a bit but I still find value in creating a flexible summer schedule. I use the schedule below to give our weeks
Leah Caraher is the owner of Five for the Road, a family travel blog. You can visit her blog at fivefortheroad.com or follow her on Instagram @fivefortheroadblog.
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 Virtual Toddler Storytime. 9-9:30 a.m.;
repeats every Monday and Wednesday through July 29. Join Miss Karen for stories. Manlius Public Library, 1 Arkie Albanese Ave., Manlius. Free. (315) 682-6400. manliuslibrary.org.
Story Time with Miss Sarah. 10-10:15 a.m.;
repeats every Wednesday through July 29. Enjoy a story and a song each week. For more information, visit facebook.com/NOPLibrary. NOPL. Free. nopl. org.
Fun for All Storytime. 11 a.m.-noon.; re-
peats every Wednesday through July 29. Children ages 3-6 can enjoy stories, rhymes and songs on Zoom. For more information, visit facebook. com/events/664478100788121. Salina Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. (315) 454-4524. salinalibrary.org.
ONLINE: Moreland the Magician’s Magic Show.
6:30-7 p.m. Enjoy magic, puppets, comedy and more from magician David Moreland. Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville, 5110 Jamesville Road, Jamesville. Free. Registration required: CLDandJ.org. (315) 446-3578.
MOST Virtual Science Show. 6-7 p.m. Children of all ages can learn about mirrors, lenses and lights. Presented by the MOST. Maxwell Memorial Library, 14 Genesee St., Camillus. Free. Registration required: (315) 672-3661. maxwellmemoriallibrary.org.
Online Story Time. 10:15-10:45 a.m.; repeats
every Thursday through July 30. Join Ms. Laurel on the library’s Facebook page or YouTube channel for stories and songs. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.
OCPL Presents: Shakespeare Unstaged. 2-2:30 p.m.; also July 9, 16, 23 & 30. Presented in partnership with Syracuse ShakespeareIn-The-Park, families can enjoy scenes, monologues and more. Free. facebook.com/ OnondagaCountyPublicLibraries.
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THURSDAY, JULY 2 ONLINE: Virtual Storytime. 10:30 a.m.; repeats every Thursday until July 30. Children of all ages can join Miss Jenny and Miss Briana for a virtual storytime. Visit the library’s Facebook page, facebook.com/CLDandJ, the day before to see what that week’s story will be. Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville, 5110 Jamesville Road, Jamesville. Free. CLDandJ.org. (315) 446-3578. Virtual Preschool Storytime. 9-10 a.m.; repeats every Tuesday and Thursday through July 30. Join Miss Karen for stories. Manlius Public Library, 1 Arkie Albanese Ave., Manlius. Free. (315) 6826400. manliuslibrary.org.
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 15
Jigglebugs Online.
ONLINE: Family Trivia Night. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Teams of six or less can answer questions about pop culture. Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville, 5110 Jamesville Road, Jamesville. Free. Registration required: CLDandJ.org. (315) 446-3578.
Frozen STEAM. 2-2:30 p.m. Learn how to make snow and an Olaf craft. For more information, visit facebook.com/NOPLibrary. NOPL. Free. nopl.org.
10-10:30 a.m.; repeats every Monday through July 27. This class for preschoolers features singing and dancing. Visit the library’s Facebook page for more information. Manlius Public Library, 1 Arkie Albanese Ave., Manlius. Free. (315) 682-6400. manliuslibrary.org.
TUESDAY, JULY 7 Online Story Time. 10:15-10:45 a.m.; repeats
every Tuesday through July 28. Join Ms. Alison on the library’s Facebook page or YouTube channel for stories and songs. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.
Teen Tuesday. 3-4 p.m.; also July 14, 21 & 28.
Young people in grades 6-12 can take part in a different program each week. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. fflib. org. (315) 637-6374.
SATURDAY, JULY 11
Zoo to You Virtual. 3-4 p.m. Families can watch a presentation by a staffer from the Rosamond Gifford Zoo. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. Registration required: (315) 4570310. lpl.org.
THURSDAY, JULY 9 Zoo to You Virtual Show. 11 a.m.-noon. Families can watch a presentation by a staffer from the Rosamond Gifford Zoo. Maxwell Memorial Library, 14 Genesee St., Camillus. Free. Registration required: (315) 672-3661. maxwellmemoriallibrary.org.
Young Writers. 6-8 p.m.;
also July 23. Teens grades 6-12 can share their work and do writing activities. NOPL. Free. nopl.org.
can learn about reptiles. Maxwell Memorial Library, 14 Genesee St., Camillus. Free. (315) 672-3661. maxwellmemoriallibrary.org.
ONLINE: Youth Leadership Academy. 10 a.m.-noon; also July 18 & 25. Presented by the Live Learn Lead Toastmasters Club. Attendees ages 10-18 can learn speaking skills. Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville, 5110 Jamesville Road, Jamesville. Free. Registration required: CLDandJ. org. (315) 446-3578.
THURSDAY, JULY 16
VIRTUAL Meet My Pets. 10-11 a.m.; also July 18 & 25. Learn about Katie’s furry, scaly and feathered friends. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. (315) 492-1727. oflibrary.org.
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ONLINE: Virtual Mario Kart Tournament. 2-4 p.m. Teens grades 6-12 can compete in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville, 5110 Jamesville Road, Jamesville. Free. Registration required: CLDandJ.org. (315) 446-3578.
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 8
Dan the Snakeman. 6-7 p.m. Children of all ages
MONDAY, JULY 13 Self-Care for Partners: How to be the Best Support.
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6-7:30 p.m. Learn tips for pregnancy, labor and the first few months. Presented by CNY Doula Connection. CNY Healing Arts, 195 Intrepid Lane, Syracuse. Free. Registration is recommended. (315) 707-8097.
Stars & Constellations. 6:30-8 p.m. Attendees of all ages can learn about stars and constellations. NOPL. Free. nopl.org.
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TUESDAY, JULY 14 Mirror, Mirror on the Wall. 2-3 p.m. Children
ages 5-12 can learn how mirrors work during a live demonstration by the MOST. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. Registration required: (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.
Bubbleman. 6-7 p.m. Catch a performance by the Bubbleman. Maxwell Memorial Library, 14 Genesee St., Camillus. Free. (315) 672-3661. maxwell memoriallibrary.org.
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THURSDAY, JULY 23
Erie Canal Museum
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FRIDAY, JULY 24
Everson Museum of Art
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SATURDAY, JULY 25
Website: everson.org/virtual-programming.
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TUESDAY, JULY 28
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Website: museumofplay.org/education/ play-at-home-activities.
Website: lpl.org/research/online-resources/ to-take-your-mind-off-corona-virus.
Maxwell Memorial Library
Website: maxwellmemoriallibrary.org/covid-19.
Museum of Science and Technology (MOST) Website: most.org/learn/at-home-learningresources.
NOPL
Website: nopl.org/free-fun-things-to-do-online -during-coronavirus.
NATIONAL America’s Test Kitchen Kids
Website: americastestkitchen.com/kids/home.
Khan Academy
Website: khanacademy.org.
Museum Tours
PGA Tour Links to Learning
Onondaga County Public Libraries
Website: storylineonline.net.
Onondaga Free Library
Baltimore Woods Nature Center
Website: uticazoo.org/kazoo.
Website: onondagacountyparks.com/about/ family-fun.
FRIDAY, JULY 31
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Utica Zoo
Onondaga County Parks
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The Strong Museum of Play
Website: artsandculture.google.com/partner.
Website: onlib.org/ while-youre-home.
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The Sciencenter
Liverpool Public Library
Website: fflib.org/home-learning-entertainment.
ONLINE: Teen Writing Workshop. 4-5 p.m. Teens can learn how to use sight, sound and touch in their writing. Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville, 5110 Jamesville Road, Jamesville. Free. Registration required: CLDandJ.org. (315) 446-3578.
Website: experiencesymphoria.org/media.
Website: sciencenter.org/programs.
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MONDAY, JULY 27
Symphoria
Fayetteville Free Library
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SUNDAY, JULY 26
Salina Free Library
Website: salinalibrary.org.
Website: pgatour.com/links-to-learning.html.
Storyline Online
FACEBOOK Captain Jack for Hire
Website: oflibrary.org/programs/ virtual-storytimes-and-kids-activities.
Facebook page: facebook.com/captainjackcny.
Redhouse Arts Center
Facebook page: facebook.com/pg/ LincolnCenterNYC.
Website: theredhouse.org/virtual-redhouse.
Lincoln Center
Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Website: syracusezooevents.org/education/ learn-at-home.
Website: baltimorewoods.org/nature-in-yourhands-at-home.
Corning Museum of Glass Website: visit.cmog.org/resources.
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