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Just Between Us… Dear Friends, With the holiday season upon us, I always catch myself reflecting on how grateful I am for all of you. As readers supporting this publication, you enable us to explore great stories on parenting, education and meet amazing people along the way. We feel extremely lucky! Whether we’re chatting with moms at events, researching a story on a remarkable family or helping a local business owner develop an advertising campaign, we’re always delighted by the exceptional creativity and passion of our community.

In the past year, tens of thousands of readers participated on our social media pages and campaigns; and on average, approximately 200,000 people visited us online. Through your friendship and participation, you’ve supported one another, mom to mom, and you’ve helped us engage families in conversations about everything from the best daytrips and homework to family health practices and

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potty training. Thousands of you have participated in events like our annual Camp Expo (coming again February 12, 2017), shows at The Paramount Theater, the Whole Foods Halloween Hoopla, the Wolanski 2-Miler among many others.

This level of engagement with readers is truly a remarkable achievement, and we couldn’t have done it without you. On behalf of our staff, and all of those who have been a part of CharlottesvilleFamily, thank you!

We are looking forward to the year ahead, to our continued friendship and wish you all a beautiful holiday season filled with homemade cookies, messy crafts and tables surrounded with friends and family.

Wishing you all a wonderful Christmas and New Year,

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Contents TABLE OF

OUR TOWN

News 8

The Buzz Around Town 10

Should parents shape their child’s eating habits?

Snapshot 12

Sarah McDonald, Senior Foster Care/Adoption Supervisor

Our Schools 14

new!

Handmade Holiday Gifts 28 One-of-a-Kind Local Giving

December Holiday Activities & Events for Family

INSPIRATION

CharlottesvilleFamily Favorite Winners 2016 42

New Mom 32 Sleep & SIDs

Mindful Parenting 34 Slow Down...Literally!

Your Winning Picks for Family-Friendly

Healthy Family 36 Perfectionist Children

I really enjoyed reading about local parents ideas for continuing their family’s learning over holiday breaks.

From outdoor adventures to helping mom cook, you’ll find plenty of ideas on page 54.

Daytrip Fun! 20

Historic Christmas Traditions

RESOURCES

Home & Garden 40 Keeping Frost at Bay

Children’s Authors Share Their Adventures & Favored Novels

Give the Gift of Camp 26

Age-by-Age Guide for Raising Polite, Well-Mannered Children

Local Wordsmiths 64

Tips & Trends 38 Fabulous Finds and Fun

Local Parents Share Their Tips for Great Holiday Breaks

Modern Manners 58

Editor’s Pick!

Fun & Services

Keep Them Learning 54

Letters from the Heart

Out & About Calendar 16

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LIVING WELL

Residential Camp Is a Gift That Lasts a Lifetime

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Support the Community

UNTIL NEXT TIME

Dad’s Christmas Wish List 70

A Dad’s Humorous Reflections

38 So Love This!

“Nowadays, it is hard to find unique and interesting gifts. The one-of-akind handmade holiday gifts on page 28 definitely gave me some gift ideas for family and friends.”

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NCING . . .

U O N N A Your Winning Picks for Family-Friendly Fun and Services!

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Favorite Awards 2016

CHS Recognizes Deserving Student Naia Fairchild added a new title to her name this year—Homecoming Queen.

She depicts the ideal student that faculty at Charlottesville High School (CHS) enjoys recognizing. Fairchild is a role model at CHS for the way she faces challenges and accomplishes goals. She is actively involved in the community as the cheerleading manager at CHS and has completed two summer internships in the Charlottesville area. At school, she is celebrated for the kind of person she is and for her unwavering friendship she extends to everyone she meets.

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Survival Guide Published for Parents Dr. Leigh Grossman, pediatric infectious disease professor at the University of Virginia has released her new book The Parent’s Survival Guide to Daycare Infections. Inside this helpful how-to guide, Grossman provides researchbased tips on choosing the right daycare center, vaccine recommendations and proper antibiotic usage. A chart that displays how germs are spread was included to educate readers on how an infection works inside the body, along with how long a sick child should stay home to ensure infections don’t spread to others.

New County Schools Program Coming The Albemarle County School Board has been working to shift its academic focus toward the state initiative—a “Portrait of a Virginia Graduate.”

This program will emphasize the importance of graduating with content knowledge as well as experience in community engagement, civic responsibility, career exploration and workplace skills. As a result, the school board has decided to integrate Naviance, a web-based program that

Renaissance School’s Eco-Friendly Project

will help students explore potential careers and post-secondary goals based on their interests. School counselors have already begun discussing Naviance with parents and students, and the program should be ready for implementing in the 20182019 school year.

Renaissance School Environmental Science students studied insect samples from local IX Park in October. These observations embark students on a yearlong eco-friendly study of planted site versus normal grass. Students from Renaissance previously worked with Virginia Master Naturalists Eric Anderson and Devin Floyd to develop a native plant landscape downtown with the IX Art Project. Students are working on determining whether the native plant installation from the initial project is helping restore biodiversity and a healthy ecosystem to the local area.

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Should parents shape their child’s eating habits?

100% say “yes” “Eating healthy and nutritious food is extremely important for anyone at any age but especially for a child. You’re creating a foundation for them to build off of for the rest of their life.

Make it a strong one!”

“It is important to model healthy eating because as they grow, children often fall back on the habits of childhood.”

Mom of 2, Charlottesville

Ash M.

“It’s my role as a parent to teach my kids about being healthy.”

“What habits a child develops in their earlier years, establishes a life-long habit of either eating well or not.

Why not start when they’re young so they don’t have to deal with an unhealthy lifestyle that can create so many negative affects when they get older.”

Mother of 2, Grandmother of 5

Tara W., Mother of 2 “It is the parent’s responsibility to teach their children good eating habits that they take into the world. However, I think that vegan/ vegetarian and other food eating choices should be individual when children are old enough to help in the kitchen.”

Caroline, Mother of 3 boys

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Soccer players now have a new facility— the SOCA Training Center—where they can harness their skills and master the sport. SOCA purchased the facility that was formally known as Own Touch in an effort to add to its growing list of training facilities for its players. The Center contains two full indoor courts and one half court for optimal playing opportunity. One full court is outfitted in traditional futsal hard court surface, while the second full court, as well as the half court, is equipped with sports turf. By opening the Center, SOCA hopes it will provide local players with the type of training facilities the area has lacked over the years.

The soccer club will carry out the tradition of hosting technical lessons and open-gym time for athletes. This space will also house SOCA’s Winter Camps and Academies, as well as their Advanced Winter Indoor Soccer League, ultimately allowing players to enjoy the sport they love in a friendly environment year-round.

Their inaugural SOCA Ball, another fundraiser for its Belvedere Field House Project, will be held at UVA’s Alumni Hall on January 27, 2017.

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SNAPshot written & photographed by Beth Seliga

Sarah McDonald Senior Foster Care/Adoption Supervisor Sarah McDonald, LCSW, a Senior Foster Care/Adoption Supervisor at

What would readers be interested in knowing regarding how

Albemarle County Department of Social Services (ACDSS), represents the

foster care works in Albemarle County?

children in need in our community. A super-hero of sorts in many families’

The primary goal when a child/youth enters foster care is always to

eyes, McDonald continues to push herself professionally and personally

return children to their caretakers and families. In FY15, there were

to grow, stretch and continue to build her knowledge base, clinical skills

150 children in foster care through the County, but that number

and confidence. Having studied psychology and criminal justice with a

has decreased. There are children in need of safe and loving

masters in social work and a license in Clinical Social Work, she hopes to

homes through foster care and those who are waiting for forever

see the day when child welfare systems aren’t needed anymore. This avid

families through adoption. ACDSS is about family engagement

sportswoman, playing both volleyball and soccer in her spare time, also

and we’re having success in returning children home safely and

enjoys checking out the diverse live music scene.

keeping children out of foster care. We work hard to help kids build permanent relationships, maximize natural supports and find

What is the best part about your job? What are your challenges?

permanency for those that need it.

From a foster care/adoption perspective, people might not realize how many children are in need in our community. Child welfare is

What is one practice you’ve put in place to get quality time with

often “out of sight, out of mind,” but it includes a lot of successes

your family/ friends?

and challenges. The best part for me, hands down, is building

I designate time during the week as “protected time” to ensure I

relationships with families and children, but especially the kids.

don’t schedule things at work, which allows me a reasonable

The legal parameters and timelines create challenges in trying

amount of time for friends and family. I also play on several sports

to help families and children overcome the depth of trauma and

teams and commit myself to making my games each week.

difficulties they’ve experienced.

What routine or habit helps you keep on top of life and work What advice do you have for parents and their children who

obligations?

aspire to a career where they will support and help others?

I’m definitely a list person. It helps me to prioritize and see what’s

Stay the course! A helping career is demanding and challenging,

realistic for me to get finished from day to day, both in work and in

but so rewarding and fulfilling. There are so many different things

my personal life.

that can be done, so I would encourage a youth to try different things. As for the parents, make sure that your kids practice selfcare, because it’s difficult to help others if you aren’t taking care of yourself in the process.

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Letters From the Heart A second-grade student has just received an update from a friend, who enjoys reading, running and singing. She used to be a basketball star, but that’s now a thing of the past—as in 60 years ago! The 7-year-old and the 80-year-old are pen pals through a partnership between Rachel Caldwell’s class at Burnley-Moran Elementary School and new friends at JABA’s Mary Williams Community Senior Center.

Caldwell says it’s a plus for her students. “When you’re writing a real letter to

A few Wilson School of Dance students will travel to Miami, Florida, to perform in the Capital One Orange Bowl halftime show at the end of December. Thirteen local dancers will show off their best moves alongside dancers from across the country in front of an audience of nearly 75,000 spectators, in addition to those watching from home. While in Miami, the dancers will also have the opportunity to learn from some of the top choreographers in the nation at the Full Dance Convention prior to the halftime performance.

a real person, you care more about things like spelling or punctuation. You care more about the content of your letter because you’re also building a relationship.

This is an authentic writing experience that gets validated when students receive letters in reply.”

Along the way, students are making connections to the community, learning about a different era and finding common ground through books, music, sports or gardening. Caldwell continues, “It’s hard to tell whether the second graders or the seniors get more excited about their mail!”

Similarly, real-life letter writing became a school-wide emphasis at Clark Elementary School. Gifted teacher Ashley Riley saw an opportunity for students when she learned that her husband’s grandfather would be making an “honor flight” to Washington D.C. to be recognized for his military service during World War II. She explains, “Honor flights are a chance for our country to say ‘thank you’ to the veterans for their service. As part of the celebration in D.C., they have ‘mail call’ and deliver thank-you notes to the veterans. The letters and cards might be written by military officials, the veterans’ family or friends, or in this case, by children in Charlottesville.”

Students at the school wrote letters, created poems and drew patriotic-themed artwork, delivered as a packet to Paul Edwards during his time in the nation’s capital. He was so moved by the mail that he had to set it aside to read after his return home to Huntington, West Virginia. Afterwards, he sent the school a video in which he thanked them for making his day so special.

Clark Elementary’s Principal, Anna Isley, notes, “This project was a meaningful writing experience. Making a connection with a veteran and learning about Mr. Edwards’ service to our country also bring civics and history to life. Across the curriculum, we want our students to make real-life connections.”

Beth serves as a community liaison for Charlottesville City Schools.

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Students Surprise Western Alumnus Western Albemarle High School (WAHS) alumnus Kenny Gibson made a surprise appearance at this year’s spirit week. However, Gibson didn’t know the real surprise would be for him. A student with special needs, he has also been battling cancer since July. Current students at WAHS took to twitter prior to spirit week to get the attention of Peyton Manning, Gibson’s favorite football player. Manning responded by sending the young fan a signed photograph with a personal message that said, “Keep the faith and keep fighting. You are in my prayers.” As a part of the school’s annual spirit week fundraiser, the students also donated $1,500 in Gibson’s name to the Special Olympics.

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BIZ BITS

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OPENINGS Chocolatesville opened its doors on Rivanna Plaza Drive near Kiddie Academy in early November.

Crozet Bicycle Shop is now open on the former Barnes Lumber property in Crozet.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS The City of Charlottesville purchased land along Market Street, where Lucky 7 convenience store and Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant are located, in the beginning stages of tackling the downtown parking issue.

Charlottesville City Schools announced Rodney Redd as the new athletic and activities director at Charlottesville High School.

The 2016 Virginia Film Festival set an all-time record with 32,443 tickets being issued, topping the 2015 mark, and included 43 sold-out screenings.

A new ticket sales revenue record was also set, marking its seventh consecutive record-setting year.

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DECEMBER 2016 Christmas Open House at Montpelier

December 3, 10am–5pm at James Madison Montpelier Tour the mansion, visit with Santa Claus, enjoy live music, kids’ crafts, and seasonal food.

540-672-2728, montpelier.org

HOLIDAYS, LIGHTS & SANTA VISITS Breakfast with Santa & Carriage Ride

Breakfast with Santa

Now–December 17, Saturdays, 9–11am at The Boar’s Head Inn Enjoy a traditional breakfast buffet as children whisper Christmas wishes in Santa’s ear.

972-2230, boarsheadinn.com

December 3 & 4 at Carter Mountain Orchard 11am–3pm visit with Santa, 10am–12pm breakfast, 10am–3pm gingerbread house decorating. Reservations strongly recommended. 977-1833, cartermountainorchard.com

Legendary Santa

Now–December 24 at Children’s Museum of Richmond - Central Come visit Santa at the Children’s Museum of Richmond. See website or call for Santa’s schedule. 804-474-7000, c-mor.org

ZooLights

Now–January 1, 5–9pm at National Zoo, Washington, D.C. More than 500,000 environmentally-friendly LED lights transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy a dazzling light show set to music. nationalzoo.si.edu

Celebration of Holiday Lights

Now–January 1, 5–11pm at Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton Drive through the 214-acre park aglow with charming night-time scenes, most homemade by local organizations and businesses.

540-886-8660, staunton.va.us

Christmas Town at Busch Gardens

Now–January 2 at Busch Gardens, Williamsburg Over eight-million glittering lights, breathtaking shows, traditional Christmas culinary delights and Christmas traditions from around the world.

Visit Santa Claus at his North Pole workshop.

800-343-7946, seaworldparks.com

Dominion Gardenfest of Lights

Poplar Forest Holiday Candlelight Tour

St. Nick’s Christmas Party

December 1–3, 8–10 & 15–17, 5:30pm at Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest.

Take a magical candlelit tour of Mr. Jefferson’s cherished retreat dressed for the holidays with 19th-century panache.

525-1806, poplarforest.org

December 4, 2:30–4pm at Maymont Estate, Richmond St. Nick joins Maymont’s Christmas Fairy to host a party filled with magical wishes, games and crafts, special treats, animal friends and a visit to the Dooley’s home.

804-358-7166, maymont.org

Charlottesville’s Grand Illumination

Gingerbread Express Light Tour

December 2, 5–8pm at the Downtown Mall Kick off the holidays with the 18th annual grand illumination, performances, live music and more. 295-9073, charlottesville.org

Annual Holiday Bazaar

December 3, 10am–1pm at Charlottesville Waldorf School Cookie decorating, puppet plays, jump rope making, wreathmaking, candle dipping and more. Local vendors and artisans for holiday shopping. 973-4946, cwaldorf.org

16th Annual Scottsville Volunteer Fire Department Christmas Bazaar December 3, 10am–2pm at Scottsville Community Center Visit with Santa from 10am–1:30pm, enjoy holiday vendors, tour a firetruck, play in the bounce house and more.

566-4219, scottsvillefire.org

December 9–10 & 16–17, 6pm, 6:30pm, 7pm, 7:30pm & 8pm This popular bus tour takes you to the best citywide holiday light displays and back. The Express picks up at the Virginia Discovery Museum on the Downtown Mall with 45-minute tours. Purchase tickets in advance at the Downtown Business Association’s office.

They sell out fast!

295-9073, downtowncharlottesville.net

Children’s Holiday Festival

December 10, 8:30–10:30am or 11am–1pm at Amazement Square, Lynchburg Enjoy a pancake breakfast with Santa, holiday crafts, cookie decorating and more. The whole family is invited.

845-1888, amazementsquare.com

Now–January 9, 5–10pm at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Henrico Come out to this holiday tradition featuring more than half-a-million lights, botanical decorations, trains, holiday activities and more.

804-262-9887, lewisginter.org

Annual Lighting of the Lawn

December 1, 7–10pm at the University of Virginia Join community members on the Lawn for this illumination featuring a cappella performances and a light show in celebration of the winter holidays. 982-3099, virginia.edu

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A Charlie Brown Christmas

Now–December 11 at Four County Players Mainstage.

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{our town calendar} Breakfast with Santa

December 10, 9–10am at Crozet YMCA at Claudius Crozet Park Have breakfast with Santa at Crozet YMCA. 205-4380, piedmontymca.org

Parade of Lights

December 10, 6–9pm at Henricus Historical Park View the procession of boats decorated with holiday lights and experience a colonial Christmas presented by historical interpreters.

804-748-1613, henricus.org

Holiday Brunches

December 10 & 17 at The Market at Grelen, Somerset Music, white lights, greenery & poinsettias, plus Santa and his sleigh. Space is limited.

540-672-7268, themarketatgrelen.com

Santa Pancake Breakfast

December 11, 9am, 9:20am, 11:30am & 11:45am at Virginia Discovery Museum Enjoy a yummy breakfast and meet with Santa, too. 977-1025, vadm.org

Yuletides at Agecroft

December 11, 12:30–5pm at Agecroft Hall, Richmond Experience the Christmas season at Agecroft Hall from three eras: England in 1640, London in 1860, and Richmond in 1942.

804-353-4241, agecrofthall.com

Santa Visits the Christmas Tree Farm

December 11, 1:30–4pm at Bees & Trees Tree Farm Cut your own tree, enjoy hot drinks, shop for holiday décor and take a photo with Santa.

540-423-9020, beesandtrees.biz

Mrs. Claus Invites

December 14, 4–6pm at the Omni Hotel Charlottesville Sit down for a fun visit with Mrs. Claus and her friends. Enjoy an exciting afternoon of holiday magic. virginiagingerbreadchristmas.com

Bethlehem Village Live Nativity

December 16, 17, 19 & 20 6–9pm, December 18 5–9pm at Hebron Baptist Church, Afton The Village of Bethlehem is a full-fledged modern day reprisal of the first-century village of Bethlehem complete with reenactment of Christ’s birth. hebronafton.org

Holiday Lantern Tours

December 16–23, 6–8pm at Frontier Culture Museum, Staunton Tour the museum by lantern light and see the holiday traditions of the past. Enjoy a horsedrawn carriage ride, refreshments and live music. 540-332-7850, frontiermuseum.org

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Breakfast with Santa

December 17, 8–10am at Keswick Hall and Golf Club Get in the holiday spirit and enjoy breakfast with Santa. 979-3440, keswickvineyards.com

Blue Ridge Mountain Christmas

December 17–30 at Wintergreen Resort Celebrate the season at Wintergreen with holiday craft workshops, Santa on the slopes, story time with Mrs. Claus and New Year’s Eve Celebrations. Don’t forget the skiing, riding and tubing! 325-8180, wintergreenresort.com

ACAC Holiday Lights Tour

December 18 at ACAC Adventure Central Join in a fun-filled evening at ACAC Adventure Central. Before you embark on your bus tour of nearby homes decorated for the holidays, enjoy visits with Santa, face-painting, a hot chocolate bar, winter craft and more.

978-7529, cville.acac.com

Kwanzaa Celebration

December 26, 3pm at Jefferson School African American Heritage Center Auditorium The term Kwanzaa is derived from the phrase “matunda ya kwanza,” which means first fruits in Swahili. This is a time when people of African ancestry celebrate their heritage.

260-8722, jeffschoolheritagecenter.org

Year in Review: Teen Best of 2016

December 30, 2–3:30pm at Crozet Library Dress fancy, walk the red carpet and pick for your favorites of the year. Nominations and snacks will be compiled. Grades 6-12.

823-4050, jmrl.org

Noon Year’s Eve Bash

December 31, 10am–1pm at Science Museum of Virginia, Richmond Watch 2,017 bouncy balls, paper streamers and confetti bring the rotunda to life for a special ball drop and a toast with apple juice to celebrate the new year. 804-864-1400, smv.org

First Night Virginia

December 31, 3pm–12am at the Downtown Mall Celebrate the new year with a community arts fest with performers, a creation station, kids’ fun zone and more. 975-8269, firstnightva.org

Virginia Gingerbread Christmas Gingerbread House Competition

December 2–3 Drop-off, December 4-7 Public Display at the Omni Hotel Charlottesville Join a wonderful Charlottesville holiday tradition and help capture this year’s theme “Christmas Memories.” virginiagingerbreadchristmas.com

McGuffey Art Center Holiday Open House

December 3, 10am–1pm at McGuffey Art Center Visitors will be able to enjoy creating and working with the artists. Enjoy live music and food available from vendors on the McGuffey lawn. 295-7973, mcguffeyartcenter.com

Monticello Gingerbread House Family Workshop

December 3–4 & 10–11, 2–4pm at Monticello Fuel your creativity with hot chocolate and cookies as you work together to craft a handmade addition to your home’s holiday décor. 984-9822, monticello.org

Children’s Christmas Workshops

December 3 & 10 at Frontier Culture Museum, Staunton Try your hand at a variety of different workshops that are geared toward ages 5–8 and 9–12. 540-332-7850, frontiermuseum.org

TinkerCAD Ornament Workshop

December 7, 6pm at Northside Library Have you ever wanted to create and print your own 3D object? Learn the basics and create an ornament. Ages 11 and up. 973-7893, jmrl.org

Holiday Gift Making for Kids

December 9–10 & 16–17, 10am–2pm December 9 & 10, 10am–3pm December 16 & 17 at Lewis & Clark Exploratory Center Children can make holiday gifts including bracelets, miniature paintings and more.

996-7282, lewisandclarkvirginia.org

Gingerbread House Workshop

December 10 at Keswick Hall, Ballroom While visiting Keswick, let your creative side loose and design your own architectural masterpiece. 979-3440, keswick.com

All Aboard the Central Express

HOLIDAY ARTS & CRAFTS Gingerbread Workshops

Now–December 18, Sundays, 1–3pm at The Boar’s Head Inn Spend a fun afternoon at The Boar’s Head with Santa, Mrs. Claus and Boar’s Head Pastry Chef building your own edible masterpiece.

972-2230, boarsheadinn.com

December 15, 10–11am at Central Library Chug into the library and create unique wrapping paper, cards or framable artwork by dipping the wheels of train cars in paint and choo-choo-ing them on paper.

979-7151, jmrl.org

Gingerbread House Family Art Drop-In December 15, 3:30–5:30pm at Northside Library Families are invited to make a non-edible gingerbread house. Great art can be messy, so come dressed to create at the library. For kids up to age 12. 973-7893, jmrl.org

Holiday Craft Day

December 17, 11am–5pm at Horton Vineyards Enjoy a day of making holiday crafts with Gourmeltz Grilled Cheese food truck. Crafts are free! 540-832-7440, hortonwine.com

Life-Size Candyland

December 19, 2–4pm Celebrate the start of winter vacation with a life-size game of Candyland. Fun for the whole family. 979-7151, jmrl.org

SPORTS & OUTDOORS Monticello Holiday Classic 5K & Deck the Halls Kids Dash

December 3, 8–10am at Monticello From the East Walk of Monticello to the Visitor Center. Kids 12 and under can enjoy the Deck the Halls Kids Dash, a quarter-mile loop around the West Lawn. 984-9877, monticello.org

A Benefit for Fluvanna SPCA Saturday, January 14, 2017 • 8 am - 10:30 am

Monetary Dontations Accepted • Suggested Minimum Donation of $5.00

Also Accepting: Dog & Cat Food (canned & dry) • Dish Soap • Paper Towels • Cat Toys • Trash Bags • 6-Foot Non-retractable Leashes • Blankets • Hand Sanitizer • Dog & Cat Carriers

Holiday Heritage Parade

December 3, 10am at the Downtown Mall Celebrate our history and culture with marching bands, floats, living history performers and more. 295-9073, downtowncharlottesville.net

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The Great Charlottesville Santa Fun Run & Walk December 4, 11am; 9–10:30am check-in at Sprint Pavilion on the Downtown Mall This one-mile course starts and finishes on the Downtown Mall. Proceeds benefit Arc of the Piedmont. arcpva.org

The Freedom 5K

December 10, 9am at Glenmore Country Club Runners of all ages, walkers, leashed dogs and baby joggers are welcome. Proceeds go to No Greater Sacrifice. 962-2752, freedom5k.net

Wilderness First Aid Course

December 10 & 11, 8:30am–6:30pm at The Living Earth School Have fun and learn valuable wilderness first aid skills. For focused youth ages 10 and older.

540-456-7339, livingearthva.com

Jingle Bell Relay

December 17, 8am at Spring Pavilion on the Downtown Mall Join Big Brothers Big Sisters for a festive run on a fast one-mile course.

244-0882, blueridgebigs.org

Don’t miss our Family Programming at The Paramount!

The Polar Express [G] Dec 4 (2 show times) It’s A Wonderful Life [PG] Dec 4 Richmond Symphony Lollipops perform The Snowman and other holiday favorites Dec 7 The Great Russian Nutcracker Dec 18 (3 show times) * See our website for addtional events.

Events added all the time!

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Historic Christmas Traditions Travel back in time this holiday season and experience 17th century English Christmas traditions. “A Colonial Christmas” at Jamestown Settlement and American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, about two hours from Charlottesville, combines the holiday spirit with American history from December 23–31. English settlers celebrated the holidays in a much different fashion than today. So, take the whole family to get immersed in the comparisons and contrasts of past English Christmas customs.

Absorb the rich history of Jamestown’s early years, and catch a glimpse of the English colonists’ Christmas at sea in the year 1606. The experience doesn’t stop there. Guests can explore forts recreated to identically match those of the time period showcasing buildings that depict greenery and fancy cooking demonstrations.

Visitors won’t want to miss the humorous riddles and rivalry from

Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation

the daily performances of the Lord of Misrule “grand captain of all mischief” that will keep the whole family entertained.

Let storytellers bend your ear about tales of Christmas and the winter season at military encampments during the Revolutionary War at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. The Continental Army encampment recreation exhibit gives visitors a glimpse into the lives of soldiers who lived in the quarters.

Guests can also delve into the duties of an officer and assist the quartermaster in preparing military supplies and observe artillery demonstrations. Combination tickets are available for purchase or set-up a private tour for your group. On your way out, don’t forget to stop by the museum store to finish up your holiday shopping with authentic gifts straight from the 17th and 18th centuries.

(757) 253-4838, historyisfun.org

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Saturday December 10 7 –11 am at the Hilton Garden Inn 1793 Richmond Road

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{our town calendar} The Nutcracker Suite

December 11, 2–4pm, 5–7pm at The Wayne Theatre, Waynesboro Spice up the holiday season with the Nutcracker Suite performed by the Albemarle Ballet Theatre. 540-943-9999, waynetheatre.org

Charlottesville Municipal Band Holiday Concert

December 11, 3:30–5pm at Martin Luther King Jr. Performing Arts Center It’s not Christmas until the Municipal Band plays seasonal and traditional music at its holiday concert. 295-9850, cvilleband.org

Toy Lift at Fashion Square Mall

STAGE & SCREEN “A Charlie Brown Christmas”

Now–December 11 at Four County Players Mainstage In his attempt to restore the proper holiday spirit, Charlie Brown seeks for the real meaning of Christmas.

540-832-5355, fourcp.org

11th Annual Wearable Art Runway Show: The Beatles

December 2, 5:30pm at St. Anne’s-Belfield School STAB visual arts students walk the runway wearing garments they’ve made of anything but traditional fabrics. This year’s theme is “The Beatles.” Tickets include dinner with a special menu for ages 11 and under. 296-5106, stab. org

Virginia Glee Club’s 76th Annual Christmas Concert

December 2 & 10, 8–10pm at UVA’s Old Cabell Hall (Dec. 2) & First Presbyterian Church (Dec. 10) The UVA Glee Club performing seasonal favorites with plenty of audience participation and entertainment for the entire family. virginiagleeclub.org

Christmas with the Consort

December 3, 4:30pm & 7:30pm at First Presbyterian Church The annual candlelight Christmas concert of the Virginia Consort with the Youth Chorale.

Recommended for school-aged children and older. 244-8444, virginiaconsort.org

Caroling in the Caverns

December 3, 6–8pm at Grand Caverns, Grottoes Candlelight tours and musical performances inside Grand Caverns. Children get in free with a donation of a tangible item to benefit the South River Boys and Girls Club. grandcaverns.com

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Family Holiday Concert

December 3 & 4, 8pm Saturday, 3:30pm Sunday at UVA’s Old Cabell Hall Featuring the University Singers, concertgoers young and old will recognize favorites. Free parking is available in the UVA Central Grounds Parking Garage.

924-3376, artsboxoffice.virginia.edu

The Polar Express [G]

December 4, 11:30am & 2pm at The Paramount Theater In the spirit of the film, attendees are invited to wear their pajamas. Those who do receive free popcorn! Santa will be available for photos before the 2pm show.

979-1333, theparamount.net

It’s a Wonderful Life [PG]

December 4, 5pm at The Paramount Theater Come watch a holiday classic, where an angel helps a compassionate but frustrated businessman by showing what life would have been like if he never existed.

979-1333, theparamount.net

Messiah Sing-In

December 6, 8pm at UVA’s Old Cabell Hall The University and Charlottesville community come together to sing and perform one of the greatest oratorios ever written.

924-3376, music.virginia.edu

Richmond Symphony Orchestra’s “The Snowman”

December 7, 6pm at The Paramount Theater Kick off the holiday season with the academyaward nominated movie “The Snowman.” The Richmond Symphony Orchestra will perform the original score as well as additional holiday favorites. Presented by ting.

979-1333, theparamount.net

Holiday Pops Concert

December 8, 7–8pm at MLK Performing Arts Center Enjoy an evening of special music by the young talent of the Charlottesville High School Choir.

245-2410, ccs.k12.va.us

Charlottesville Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” December 17, 18 & 22, 11am & 3:30pm Saturday, 2pm & 5:30pm Sunday, 3pm & 7pm Thursday at PVCC Join Clara on her magical journey to the Land of Sweets and enjoy the beautiful music of Tchaikovsky ’s score. This enchanting performance is sure to delight the whole family.

227-7592, charlottesvilleballet.org

Moscow Ballet Presents: “The Great Russian Nutcracker”

December 18, 12pm, 4pm & 8pm at The Paramount Theater Experience the exquisite artistry of world-class Russian dancers, playful puppets and handcrafted sets and costumes.

979-1333, theparamount.net

Cookies & Cocoa Ugly Sweater Party

December 20, 6–8:30pm at Crozet Library Wear your ugliest winter sweater or use the provided supplies to “uglify” your outfit. Enjoy hot cocoa and an action movie. Bring a plate of favorite cookies and swap and snack.

823-4050, jmrl.org

Anime Afternoon

December 21, 2:30–4:30pm at Gordon Avenue Library Calling all anime and manga fans—come watch popular anime with friends. Grades 6–12.

296-5544, jmrl.org

A Marvelous Morning at the Movies

December 29, 10:30am at Central Library He’s back! Enjoy the annual showing of “The Snowman,” based on the book by Raymond Briggs. For all ages. 979-7151, jmrl.org

SHOPPING & SHARING Holiday Market

Now–December 17, Saturdays, 8am–1pm at Second and Water Streets Unique gifts & decorations to meet all of your holiday needs. All items are by local farmers, artists or bakers. 970-3371, charlottesville.org

Register Online at www.charlottesville.org/parksandrec or call (434) 970-3260

From musical theatre to the court

We have plenty of affordable activities for your family this winter.

Charlottesville Parks & Recreation invites you to discover our selection of over 200 classes and programs for kids, adults and seniors!

Classes include dance, yoga, gymnastics, martial arts, aquatics, golf, art, outdoor adventure, therapeutic recreation and much, much more...

Registration Begins December 5th!

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Poinsettias

39 varieties of poinsettias in 8 sizes we are open year ‘round! brighten your home and clean the air with houseplants.

Open 8:00 - 5:30 MOn - Fri 8:00 - 5:00 Sat

located on rt 340 about 3.5 miles south of i-64.

(540) 943-8408 phone milmont@milmont.com e-mail www.milmont.com web site

we grow most of our plants ourselves

Green Valley Book Fair

Now–December 18, 10am–5pm Monday– Thursday; 10am–6pm Friday–Saturday; 12–5pm Sunday at Mt. Crawford Huge selection of children’s books at 60-90 percent off retail prices on new, over-run or irregular books. 800-385-0099, gobookfair.com

Toy Lift

December 2, 7am–8pm at Fashion Square Mall Bring an unwrapped new toy or make an online donation to help make a local child’s holiday bright. 975-8697, kidslift.org

Enchanted Extravaganza

December 3, 10am–4pm at The Market at Grelen, Somerset Local artisans, festive fare, fresh Christmas trees & greens, hot cocoa, wreath workshop and fire pits. 540-672-7268, themarketatgrelen.com

New York Philharmonic New Year’s Eve December 31 at 8:00 p.m.

13th Annual Mistletoe Market

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December 4, 10am–4pm at John Paul Jones Arena Join the Junior League of Charlottesville for its annual holiday shopping event featuring amazing artisans, craft makers and vendors from Charlottesville and surrounding areas, and more. 804-357-2497, jlcville.org

Holiday on the Hill

December 10–11 & 17–18 at Carter Mountain Orchard Stock up on your favorite products and enjoy the Gingerbread House Workshop. Registration recommended.

977-1833, cartermountainorchard.com

FAMILY ART JAMs: Jan. 21, Feb. 18 and Mar. 18

Age-appropriate tours with hands-on art activities— an enriching experience for the whole family!

LEARNING FUN

FUN FOR THE YOUNG: Feb. 1 and Mar. 1

James Monroe Annual Open House

December 4, 11am–5pm at James Monroe Highland Free admission for residents of Charlottesville and Albemarle along with bordering counties.

Meet “President Monroe” and take a guided tour of the house. 293-8000, highland.org

Gordon Avenue Children’s Librarian Glynis Welte shares stories that engage our youngest art patrons.

www.virginia.edu/artmuseum/edu

museumoutreach@virginia.edu or 434.243.2050

Anime Club: Cosplay Party www.FirstPresCharlottesville.org

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First Presbyterian Church

Where all children are invited to parƟcipate in our Christmas Eve service at 4 pm

December 5, 6:30–8pm at Northside Library Join us for a special edition of Anime Club.

Dress up as your favorite character, or borrow one of the library’s yukata for the evening.

There will be a contest with a fabulous prize.

Grades 6–12. 973-7893, jmrl.org

“Nutcracker Suite” Meet & Greet

December 6 & 7, 4pm at Central Library Ballerinas pirouette into the Central Library for a special holiday celebration. Experience the wonder of the ballet and participate in a special dance class. For ages 3–10. 979-7151, jmrl.org

Preschool Star Party

December 8, 10:30am at Central Library Educators from the Virginia Discovery Museum StarLab will bring the night sky into the library. Listen to a star story and gaze at the magical Milky Way and starry constellations in VaDM’s StarLab. For ages 3–5 with a caregiver.

Registration required. 979-7151, jmrl.org

LEGO Mania

December 8, 4–5pm at Central Library Bring your creativity and natural engineering ability; the building blocks will be provided.

Ages 5 and up. Registration required.

979-7151, jmrl.org

Wreath Making Demonstration

December 3, 11am–3pm at Saunders Brothers Market Watch as wreathmakers work their magic. Live music by David Matthews of Lovingston.

277-5455, saundersbrothers.com

Kids Night Out at ACAC

December 10, 5:30–9pm at ACAC Adventure Central The kids will have a lot of fun while parents enjoy a night out. 978-7529, acac.com

OPEN HOUSES

It’s Bin Fun: Sensory Play for Infants & Toddlers

MESA Open House

Girls’ Geek Days

Tandem Friends School Come See Us in Action Admissions Event

December 9, 10:30–11:30am at Crozet Library Captivate your little scientist with child-led play that engages the senses. Things will get messy so dress appropriately. 6-36 months.

Registration requested. 823-4050, jmrl.org

December 10 at Baker Butler Elementary School Girls learn new tech skills and connect to other STEM programs in the community. Open to all ages, girls in third grade or younger should bring a guardian, too. Registration is required and space is limited. tech-girls.org

Kids are FREE at Montpelier

December 26–January 2, Opening Hours at James Madison Montpelier James Madison Montpelier is offering free admission to all children ages 14 and under who visit with a paying adult.

540-672-2728, montpelier.org

December 8, 5–7pm at Albemarle High School MESA (Math, Engineering and Science Academy) at Albemarle High School.

975-9300, www2.k12albemarle.org

December 14, 9–10:30am at Tandem Friends School RSVP to Emily Morrison.

951-9314, tandemfs.org

NEW YEARʼS EVE

DATE NIGHT Ash Lawn Opera: “Jay Hunter Morris”

December 3, 8pm at The Paramount Theater One of the world’s greatest tenors, Morris will perform opera arias, play guitar and tell stories.

979-1333, theparamount.net

An Old-Fashioned Christmas The Literati Book Club

December 27, 6–7:30pm at Crozet Library Reading: Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Saenz. Free copy of book on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more mature teen readers.

Registration required and begins December 1.

823-4050, jmrl.org

ESPECIALLY FOR PARENTS PREP Parent Resource Center Information Fair

December 3, 9am–12:30pm at PVCC Main Building Information sessions include understanding special education, speech-language therapy, ADHD, helping dyslexic students and much more. Door prizes, face painting and refreshments, too. 975-9400

December 4, 12–5pm at Maymont Mansion & Carriage House Lawn Victorian ladies and gentlemen welcome you to Maymont Mansion. Horse-drawn carriage rides, food and drink, festive music, a roaring bonfire and activities. 804-358-7166, maymont.org

Michie Tavern Yuletide Feast

December 9 & 10, 6pm & 8pm Strolling Tavern musicians will entertain guests dining Virginia favorites by candlelight.

977-1234, michietavern.com

Tony Bennett at The Paramount

December 12, 8pm at The Paramount Theater Legendary singer and 19-time Grammy awardwinning musician Tony Bennett returns to The Paramount. 979-1333, theparamount.net

New Year’s Eve with Love Canon

December 31, 8pm at The Jefferson Theater Doors open at 7pm for this ‘80s music remake, as they refresh and extend originals with affectionate humor and effortless virtuosity.

245-4980, jeffersontheater.com

WITH THE STRAY BIRDS

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31 $35 ADVANCE - $40 DAY OF SHOW - $60 VIP

VIP Tickets incude a Tiki Happy Hour ft. Love Canon bartending, complimentary tacos & tiki drinks, early entry, champagne toast, a signed poster and more!

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This three-piece set of vintage mercury ornaments

hangs free so it will clink and clank back and forth

are about 75 years old and come with vintage

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family, they have a loved feel and will add aged vintage style to your Christmas. Approximately 3” wide and 4 3/4” tall. Marked West Germany, and sold by Forsythia Hill. $38.00 at forsythiahill.etsy.com

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Gypsy Soul Bracelet Fun and colorful bracelet decorated with various lampwork beads in chocolate brown and orange, and small faceted Czech glass beads in bright

handmade & vintage for the holidays Some of the best gifts don’t come out of a brick & mortar store!

orange. Small spacers and antique brass caps fill

Farm Animal Note Cards This cute lamb is one of a 4-card set featuring designs derived from the artist’s own watercolor paintings. The set includes Little Bo Sheep, Heather Piggy, Gobblie Goat and Grand Gray Mare. Custom watercolor pet portraits are also available. Created by Heart on Legs. $15.00 each at heartonlegs.etsy.com

in between the beads, and the bracelet closes with a simple brass hook clasp with a small blue Czech glass flower and a tiny brass sparrow. Created by Rivers Edge Creations. $32.00 at riversedgecreations.etsy.com

Corgi Pendant and Ornament Set Made from porcelain clay, this pendant and ornament set is perfect for the corgi lover. Ornament is 3 3/4 inch wide All items are handmade by local Charlottesville-area artists and crafters.

Prices shown does not include shipping costs and taxes. For more local handmade treasures, please visit: facebook.com/CvilleEtsyShops

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from nose to end, and 2 1/2 inches tall from ear to toe.

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UVA Woodcut Illustration Greeting Cards Each pack of blank vintage black-andwhite greeting cards includes six different illustrations—one of the Rotunda and one of each Pavilion I, II, V, IX and X—from the first-edition copy of Smith’s “University of Virginia,” published in 1937. Printed on heavy whitestock with smooth finish, each 4 1/8”x5 3/4” card comes with a matching white

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Christmas GreetIng Card A darling, whimsey handmade watercolor printed greeting card, sized at 5”x7” with a Kraft brown envelope. Card is blank inside. Created by Striped Hat Studio. $5.00 at stripedhatstudio.com

House Spirit Doll Tomte are Swedish house spirits who protect a household or farm and usually reside in the pantry or barn. Tomte measure 4” (10 cm) tall from hat to bottom. Crafted from acrylic yarns and polyester

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“Rusty Barn” Panorama Print Captured as a color fine art photograph in late fall in the Ablemarle countryside, this digitally modified art—hand printed using fine art paper and pigment ink—is a limited edition of 150 prints. Each piece is signed and numbered on the edge of the print, and a certificate of authenticity will be included. Created by Serenity Scenes. $60.00 at serenityscenes.etsy.com

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{living well new mom}

Sleep & SIDS Ensure Baby’s Naps and Bedtime Extra Safe

New Mom

Love and sleep occupy the two extremes of the new parent experience—tons of love and very little sleep. Love and sleep come together, though, when it comes to creating a safe environment for your baby’s naps and bedtime.

In October 2016, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) expanded its safe sleep recommendations for newborns and infants in their first year of life.

The guidelines aim to reduce the 3,500 unexpected infant deaths that occur annually in America due to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), accidental strangulation and accidental suffocation during sleep.

In 1994, the AAP began recommending babies always sleep on their backs.

The group’s “Back to Sleep” campaign led to a significant reduction in the number of SIDS cases in the U.S., but recent data shows a plateau in this reduction.

The AAP’s new 2016 guidelines are intended to reach parents who a) may

by Whitney Woollerton Morrill know the “back to sleep” rule but don’t follow it rigorously, and/or b) unwittingly expose their babies to dangerous sleeping environments with soft materials that can cause strangulation or suffocation.

Ongoing AAP safe sleep recommendations include: 1) Babies sleep on their backs for all naps and bedtime.

2) Bassinets, cribs and portable cribs have firm sleeping surfaces compliant with standards set by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

3) Cribs and bassinets be free of bumpers, pillows, blankets, stuffed animals and other soft materials. A taut, fitted sheet on the mattress should be the only bed linen.

4) Babies breastfeed, as studies indicate a 50 percent reduced risk of SIDS. Other, 2016 recommendations include: 5) Babies sleep alone in CPSC-certified bassinets, cribs or portable cribs. Parents are warned not to bring babies into For a complete list of all the their beds for co-sleeping.

AAP’s current safe sleeping 6) Babies never sleep on sofas—alone or with a caregiver— guidelines, visit as babies can become stuck between a caregiver and the aappublications.org. cushions.

7) Babies sleep in their crib or bassinet in their parents’ room for at least the first 6 months of life, and preferably for a year.

It’s a lot to take in—that taking everything out of baby’s crib is the safest sleep strategy—especially when furniture catalogs seduce expectant parents with dreamy pictures of cribs lined with plush bumpers, toys and quilts, and yield so many baby bedding violations.

Having baby sleep in his crib in the same room where you sleep for a year is for both party’s benefits. The newest findings released last month show that babies who are roommates with their parents (but not co-sleep mates) are 50 percent less likely to die of SIDS. The saying, “Love is as love does,” encourages parents to love their baby by taking action to protect him or her from SIDS.

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Whitney is an architect who designs and writes for families. Her blog is theCoconutgirl.com.

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Slow Down...Literally!

Everyday Tips and Tricks to Enjoy the Little Moments

Mindful Parenting

We’ve all heard the saying that encourages us to enjoy the time with our kids because it goes far too fast. Never before has that simple saying proved to be more true than this past fall when my son—my adorable, sweet 13-year-old baby who is already 5’11—acquired an insanely deep voice and trotted off to high school. I catch myself countless times each week just looking at his face and seeing the beautiful, smiling baby toddler he used to be staring back at me.

It seems like just yesterday when he was just learning how to walk.

What haunts me sometimes is the thought that I have spent, no wasted, so much time stressing over completely inconsequential things. I squandered days working too much instead of enjoying them with my kids, worrying over things that never ever happened and over preparing for things that were fine in the first place.

If I could go back, I would press the rewind button and slow it down to enjoy

by Danielle Sullivan parenting so much more. That’s what I fully intend to do for the remainder of my boy’s teen years. Do you find yourself relating? Try these simple tips to help you get on track: Slow down…literally! Stop rushing to cram in more tasks than you can easily manage each day. This only creates stress, which trickles down to your kids. It’s one of the quickest ways to create a chaotic home environment.

Repeat this small word—No. For such a tiny word, we sure have a hard time uttering it, and yet it can be the most freeing thing we say. By intentionally choosing to not over commit, we are putting precedence on enjoying our lives (and our kids!) more.

Do the same for your children. Give your child recreational activities, but don’t sign them up for so many obligations that they have no down time after school and on weekends to develop new interests.

Children need time to recharge as well as have opportunities to do nothing. This is how creativity is cultivated, and it’s also how Need Help Thinking children learn to restore themselves, and learn to find and of Activities? remain themselves.

Enjoy the little things. Remember that time when you See the “Out & About” were rushing to get the children to school on time, but section in this magazine on your toddler wanted to look at the beautiful flowers in the page ___ for some ideas neighbor’s yard or the ants gathering around a dropped piece of this month. candy of the ground? These seemingly insignificant things can become some of the most cherished moments. As humans, we were not made to live life at a frenetic pace. Ever notice how when you are at a beach or in a park, or somewhere else enjoying nature that your stress levels decrease? Our children are very good at this. Let them take the lead if you need.

Enjoy leisure activities together. Schedule art time or story time, and then be fully present during these special moments. Turn your phone off. Be fully in-tune to what they are saying. Be thoroughly and fully engaged.

Don’t rush milestones. So what if your friend’s baby can speak in full sentences or is potty trained already. All of us are different, and we need to embrace this more. Our child’s unique ways should be respected and celebrated rather than worrying about when or if our child will do certain things.

Danielle, a mom of three, is a parenting writer and editor, specializing in health, lifestyle and pets.

She loves to find new ways to bring more Zen and mindfulness into her daily (hectic) life.

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Perfectionist Children

Healthy Family

Ways to Manage the Stress We all want our children to strive for greatness. But, what happens when your child’s quest for perfection becomes all-consuming?

She may stay up late into the night re-doing a project that was fine from the start. He may avoid completing tasks that he knows he can’t master perfectly.

Or she may consider herself a failure for not living up to her own unrealistic expectations.

According to Laura Shaffer, Ph.D., a pediatric psychologist at the University of Virginia Children’s Hospital, children who display these kinds of perfectionist tendencies are more likely to experience anxiety and stress. “These are kids who always want things to be just so,” she says. “They may get frustrated easily when things aren’t going their way or they may be paralyzed by their desire to get

by Holly Ford something just right.”

Eventually, the pressure becomes too much, and the stress manifests in a variety of ways. “Because children often can’t verbalize how they’re feeling, they first show signs of stress in their behavior, through tantrums or angry outbursts,” says Shaffer. “They may also have physical symptoms, including headaches, stomachaches, sleep disturbances, weight loss or weight gain.”

Unaddressed, constant stress may lead to more serious problems, such as social anxiety, eating disorders or an inability to follow through with day-to-day tasks. That’s why it’s important for parents to step in and help their child find balance sooner rather than later. Not sure where to begin? Shaffer suggests the following tips: Model flexibility. Through your actions and reactions, you can help your child recognize that it’s okay to make mistakes. Spilled milk? Nothing a paper towel won’t fix. Wrong turn? Take another route … or back up and try again. “It’s important to show kids that some mistakes Embracing Good are truly no big deal,” says Shaffer.

Enough Be receptive. Allow your child to discuss her concerns and With guidance, children can worries openly rather than dismissing them as insignificant. learn to manage perfectionist The more you learn about her stress triggers, the more you tendencies. If you’re concerned can help her avoid them or manage them appropriately. that your child may be anxious Teach time management. Help your child avoid feeling or depressed, talk to your overwhelmed by establishing consistent routines and breaking pediatrician or go to childrens. tasks into smaller, manageable pieces. uvahealth.com to find Don’t over schedule. With every new activity comes more a provider near you. pressure to be the best, yet less time to work toward achieving that goal. “It’s important to find a good balance with all kids,” says Shaffer. “However, there’s a greater risk with perfectionist children getting overwhelmed by too many activities.”

Encourage wellness. Be sure your child is getting enough sleep and physical activity, which are important for keeping stress in check. “Teaching children strategies for relaxation can help them take control of their emotions,” says Shaffer.

Look within. Recognize your own perfectionist tendencies and work to address them. “Being aware is really important if you have those tendencies yourself,” says Shaffer. “You have to learn to let go; there’s a fine line between pushing kids to excel and causing them unnecessary stress.”

Holly is an editor and writer for UVA Health System. Get more insight on raising healthy kids at childrens.uvahealth.com.

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2. Let the sunshine in. Open the curtains and let in the natural light, no matter how minimal. Brighter spaces

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According to Dr. Ines Soukoulis, a Pediatric Dermatologist with Charlottesville Dermatology, “During the winter, switch to a gentle non-fragranced cleanser that will be less irritating to the skin, and keep showers short (5-10 minutes) and avoid using very hot water. But what I think is the most important part of keeping skin hydrated is moisturizing immediately after your shower every day; its a crucial time to lock the moisture into your skin. For dry hands, moisturize right after every hand washing. In the winter, most people should use a thicker ointment or cream moisturizer.

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{living well home and garden}

Winter Gardens Keeping Frost at Bay

by David Lerman

During last December’s snow, the Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) hoop house was another world. Inside, the grass was green and the temperature 70 degrees Fahrenheit, with air redolent of the scent of healthy, potted plants. An opaque plastic skin less than ¼-inch thick had trapped the sun’s heat, companion planting it with palpable hope. Here's how you can do it, too.

Easy, attractive cold frames grow a variety of vegetables well during our Virginia winters. My wife and I cut and assembled multiple frames in less than an hour last fall. Essentially, you’re screwing dimensional lumber together, cutting the top at an angle and building it to frame a single-pane glass window.

There’s almost no cost, and you can either fill it with topsoil or rest it on prepared ground.

People just give away old single pane glass, and ribs of PVC pipes can support clear plastic and act like a miniature greenhouse. Use widely available polyethylene sheeting in widths of .45 to 10 millimeter. Shape the PVC in arches, anchoring them over pounded-in rebar (reinforcing bars) or

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attached to wood, and watch the snow slide right off while your veggies keep growing. Put felt between the PVC and polyethylene to lengthen the life of the material. Keep the height short and watch out for wind shear. Mulch these plants up to a foot deep or cover them in burlap, and they’ll leap into spring!

Nothing could be simpler than snipping a few of your favorite herbs, and growing them in water or potting soil indoors over the winter. Easy, attractive and tremendously practical, mint, basil, sage and thyme all grow well in water and/or transplant easily. Stage them in a row of small clay pots on a windowsill all year long.

Plant Propagation Editor-in-Chief Alan Toogood and The American Horticultural Society offer readers this 320-page guide filled with answers on how to multiply your plants. Full of easy-to-follow directions and beautifully photographed, this is the go-to guide on my bookshelf with instructions for propagating over 1,500 garden plants. $35 at Fifth Season Gardening

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Family Fun FAMILY DAY TRIP (WITHIN 3-HOURS) 1. Washington, D.C. 2. Williamsburg 3. Virginia Beach FESTIVAL 1. Graves Mountain Apple Festival 2. Crozet Arts & Crafts Festival 3. The Festy Experience HIKE 1. Humpback 2. Crabtree Falls 3. Sugar Hollow HISTORIC ATTRACTION (WITHIN 1-HOUR) 1. Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello 2. Frontier Culture Museum 3. James Madison Montpelier KID’S MUSEUM 1. Virginia Discovery Museum 2. Amazement Square (pg 43) 3. Children’s Museum of Richmond LOCAL RESORT 1. Wintergreen Resort 2. Massanutten Resort 3. Boar’s Head Inn & Spa MOVIE THEATER 1. Regal Stonefield Stadium 14 & IMAX

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2. Violet Crown Cinema 3. Zeus Digital Theater, Waynesboro MUSIC VENUE 1. UVA’s John Paul Jones Arena 2. The Paramount Theater (pg 19) 3. Sprint Pavilion (pg 22) CITY PARK/PLAYGROUND 1. Greenleaf Park 2. Pen Park 3. McGuffey Park COUNTY PARK/PLAYGROUND 1. Pen Park 2. Mint Springs Park 3. Walnut Creek PICK-YOUR-OWN FARM (WITHIN 1-HOUR) 1. Chiles Peach Orchard 2. Carter Mountain Orchard 3. Bellair Farm PRIVATE POOL 1. ACAC Adventure Central (pg 13) 2. Fry’s Spring Beach Club 3. Farmington Country Club PUBLIC POOL 1. Smith Aquatic & Fitness Center (pg 23) 2. Crozet PARC YMCA Pool (pg 21) 3. Onesty Family Aquatic Center (pg 23)

RAINY DAY OUTING 1. Jump!

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2. The Little Gym (pg 33) 3. Bounce, Play-n-Create LOCAL PARTY SUPPLIES 1. The Party Starts Here (pg 31) 2. Rock Paper Scissors 3. Caspari PARTY THEME 1. Legos 2. Pool 3. Movie Themes PHOTOGRAPHER 1. 3 Cats Photo (pg 50) 2. Jen Fariello 3. Jim Carpenter, Gitchell’s Studio

Shopping BABY BOUTIQUE – LOCAL 1. Whimsies 2. Petit Bebe 3. O’ Susannah BABY GEAR – NATIONAL 1. Target 2. Babies “R” Us 3. Wal-Mart BABY GEAR – LOCAL 1. Here WEE Grow Again (pg 33) 2. Petit Bebe 3. Mama Bear Consignment BABY CLOTHING – NATIONAL 1. Target 2. Baby Gap 3. Old Navy BIKE SHOP 1. Blue Ridge Cyclery 2. Performance Bicycle 3. Bike Factory of Charlottesville BOOKSTORE FOR KID’S TITLES – LOCAL 1. Shenanigans Toys (pg 31) 2. Over the Moon Bookstore & Artisan Gallery 3. New Dominion Bookshop CHILDREN’S CLOTHING – LOCAL 1. Whimsies 2. Petit Bebe CHILDREN’S CLOTHING – NATIONAL 1. Old Navy 2. Target 3. Gap Kids

LOCAL CUSTOM FRAME SHOP 1. The Great Frame Up 2. The Art Box and Creative Framing 3. F reeman–Victorious Frame Shop & Gallery FARMERS MARKET LOCATION 1. Charlottesville City Market 2. Crozet Farmers Market 3. Forest Lakes Farmers Market GROCERY STORE – LOCAL 1. Foods of All Nations 2. Crozet Great Value 3. Rebecca’s Natural Foods (pg 37) GROCERY STORE – NATIONAL 1. Trader Joe’s 2. Kroger 3. Harris Teeter HOBBY SHOP 1. University Dive & Hobby Center 2. The End Game 3. Rail Tales JEWELRY BOUTIQUE 1. Keller & George 2. Andrew Minton Jewelers 3. Penelope KITCHEN GEAR & SUPPLIES – LOCAL 1. The Happy Cook KITCHEN GEAR & SUPPLIES – NATIONAL 1. Bed, Bath & Beyond 2. Williams-Sonoma 3. Home Goods MUSIC STORE 1. Plan 9 Music 2. Stacy’s Music 3. Music & Arts Center PET SUPPLIES – LOCAL 1. Pet Food Discounters 2. Sammy Snacks 3. Natural Pet Essentials (pg 52) PET SUPPLIES – NATIONAL 1. Pet Supplies Plus (pg 4) 2. PetSmart 3. Petco PLACE TO BUY GREEN 1. Whole Foods 2. Rebecca’s Natural Food (pg 37) 3. Charlottesville Farmers Market PLACE TO BUY JEANS 1. Jean Theory 2. Gap 3. Belk RESALE/CONSIGNMENT FOR KIDS – LOCAL 1. Here WEE Grow Again (pg 33) 2. Natalie Dressed 3. Schoolhouse Thrift Shop

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Health & Wellness ALTERNATIVE CARE PROVIDER 1. Downtown Family Health Care 2. ChinaMed 3. Greene Lake Healing CHIROPRACTOR 1. Heppner Family Chiropractic & Wellness Center (pg 48) 2. Cox Chiropractic Clinic 3. Scott Wagner Chiropractic COUNSELING SERVICE 1. New City Counseling 2. Riverbend Counseling 3. Virginia Center for Family Relations DENTIST, FAMILY PRACTICE 1. Crozet Family Dental (pg 71) 2. Rice & Rice Family Dentistry (pg 63) 3. Drs. Clarke & Farmer, DDS cont'd on pg 48

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INTERNATIONAL FOOD – INDIAN 1. Milan Indian Cuisine 2. Maharaja 3. Royal Indian Restaurant INTERNATIONAL FOOD – ITALIAN/ MEDITERRANEAN 1. Tavola 2. Travinia 3. Bella’s INTERNATIONAL FOOD – SOUTH OF THE BORDER 1. Guadalajara (pg 48) 2. Al Carbon Chicken 3. Plaza Azteca INTERNATIONAL FOOD – TAPAS 1. Mas Tapas 2. Bang!

3. Parallel 38 INTERNATIONAL FOOD – THAI 1. Thai ‘99 2. Tara Thai 3. Lime Leaf LOCAL KIDS’ MENU 1. Bodo’s Bagel 2. Timberwood Grill 3. Tip Top Restaurant (pg 35) NATIONAL KIDS’ MENU 1. Burton’s Grill 2. Red Robin Gourmet Burgers 3. Chick-fil-A PIZZA – LOCAL 1. Christian’s Pizza 2. Dr. Ho’s Humble Pie 3. Sal’s Pizza (pg 50) PIZZA – NATIONAL 1. Domino’s Pizza (pg 13) 2. Mellow Mushroom 3. Papa John’s Pizza SALAD BAR 1. Jason’s Deli 2. Ruby Tuesday 3. Whole Foods SANDWICH PLACE – LOCAL 1. Bodo’s Bagel 2. Ivy Provisions 3. Bellair Market SANDWICH PLACE – NATIONAL 1. Subway 2. Panera Bread 3. Which Wich

Kids’ Activities BABY/TODDLER PROGRAM 1. The Little Gym (pg 33) 2. Bright Beginnings Preschool (pg 5) 3. North Branch School (pg 56) DANCE SCHOOL 1. Charlottesville Ballet Academy (pg 20) 2. Wilson School of Dance 3. Albemarle Ballet Theatre (pg 44)

GOLF PROGRAM 1. Kandi Comer Golf at Old Trail 2. Birdwood Golf Course 3. Meadowcreek Golf Course GYMNASTICS PROGRAM 1. The Little Gym (pg 33) 2. Classics Gymnastics 3. Friendship Gymnastics HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS 1. Camp Friendship (pg 26) 2. Millington Stables 3. Hidden Creek Farm MARTIAL ARTS 1. Laughing Dragon Kung Fu 2. 7 Tigers Taekwondo & Hapikido 3. Kung Fu Super Kicks Karate MUSIC TEACHER/SCHOOL 1. Blue Ridge Music Together & Luminaria Cville (pg 33) 2. Charlottesville Performing Arts School 3. Blue Ridge Irish Music School TEAM SPORTS PROGRAM 1. SOCA (pg 60) 2. VABA 3. Charlottesville Parks & Recreation TENNIS LESSONS 1. ACAC (pg 13) 2. Matilda Blue Tennis 2. QuickStart Tennis 3. Fairview Swim & Tennis

THEATRE PROGRAM 1. Live Arts 2. Four County Players 3. Black Box Players SUMMER DAY CAMP 1. Living Earth Camp (pg 26) 2. Triple C Camp 3. ACAC (pg 13) SUMMER RESIDENTIAL CAMP 1. Living Earth Camp (pg 26) 2. Watermarks Camp and Retreat Center 3. Camp Friendship (pg 26) SWIM PROGRAM 1. ACAC (pg 13) 2. Crozet Gators 3. Fry Spring’s Beach Club

Fitness & Beauty BEAUTY SALON 1. Moxie Hair & Body Lounge 2. Face Value 3. Hair Cuttery BARBER SHOP 1. Staples Barber Shop 2. Crozet Barber Shop 3. Sport Clips EXERCISE CLASS – MOMMY & ME 1. ACAC (pg 13) 2. Bend Yoga 3. The Little Gym (pg 33)

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CONCIERGE SERVICES 1. Cville Concierge 2. EcoGreen Dry Cleaning Concierge 3. C&D Concierge Service DECORATOR 1. Attainable Spaces 2. Shannon Monahan 3. Kard Ward ELECTRICIAN 1. Robertson Electric 2. Safeway 3. Michael & Sons FURNITURE STORE 1. Grand Home Furnishings (pg 15) 2. Circa 3. Classic Furniture GARDEN CENTER 1. Ivy Nursery 2. Snow’s Garden Center 3. Lowe’s Home Improvement HANDYMAN 1. Advantage Handyman 2. Mansfield’s 3. Charlottesville Handyman HEATING & AIR 1. Albemarle Heating & Air (pg 49) 2. Mack Morris Heating & Air (pg 51) 3. Curtis Heating and Cooling HOME ACCESSORY SHOP 1. Roxie Daisy 2. Patina Antiques 3. Circa HOUSE CLEANING SERVICE 1. Nooks and Crannies 2. Molly Maid 3. Merry Maids HOME ELECTRONICS 1. Crutchfield 2. Best Buy 3. ProLink, LLC LAUNDRY SERVICES 1. Natural Earth Laundry 2. Preston Suds 3. Express Laundry Center LANDSCAPING SERVICES 1. Snow’s Garden Center 2. Appalachian Landscape 3. Meriweather Mowing ORGANIZING SERVICE 1. Attainable Spaces 2. Charlottesville Organizing LLC 3. Simply Organized PAINTER 1. Wade Lewis 2. CertaPro Painters 3. Piedmont Paint & Finish

PEST CONTROL 1. Intrastate Pest Control 2. Holistic Pest Solutions 3. Dodson Pest Control PLUMBING 1. Robertson Electric 2. Beck Cohen 3. Fitch Services ROOFING 1. Roof Top Services 2. WA Lynch Roofing 3. Blue Ridge Roofing WINDOW CLEANING 1. Cavalier Window Cleaning 2. 2nd Glance Window Cleaning 3. J&A Professional Window Cleaning

Services AUTO DEALERSHIP 1. Brown Automotive (pg 45) 2. Jim Price Auto 3. Colonial Auto Center BANK/CREDIT UNION 1. UVA Community Credit Union (pg 11) 2. Wells Fargo 3. Bank of America

CAR REPAIR SHOP 1. Airport Road Auto Center (pg 50) 2. University Tire and Auto Center 2. Peacock Auto Service 3. Bob’s Wheel Alignment (pg 52) CAR WASH 1. White Horse Auto Wash 2. Clean Machine Car Wash 3. All American Car Wash FAMILY LAWYER 1. Tucker Griffin Barnes (pg 37) 2. MichieHamlett 3. Martin-Wren FINANCIAL CONSULTANT 1. Northwestern Mutual 2. Wells Fargo 3. Ameriprise Finanical INSURANCE AGENT 1. Gary Albert, State Farm (pg 52) 2. Cynthia Shifflett, State Farm 3. Beth Towe Heck, Towe Insurance (pg 38) INSURANCE COMPANY 1. State Farm Insurance (pgs 10, 46, 52) 2. USAA Insurance 3. Towe Insurance Co. (pg 38)

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Keep Them Learning Local Parents Share Their Tips for Great Holiday Breaks

by Sarah Pastorek Every year around the holidays, the kids are off from school and try to convince you to allow them to spend countless hours watching television and playing video games. As easy as it is to succumb to these continuous forms of entertainment that will surely keep the kids occupied all break long, is it really the best way to spend the holiday break? This could be the time to build on the skills they have learned during the first part of the school year, so they can continue to stretch their minds.

When planning ideas for keeping everyone active, entertained and learning over the holiday break make sure not to overbook their time.

Research encourages parents to allow time for children to practice motivating themselves, something most haven’t yet acquired at a young age. No matter the age, they need to be able to fill their own time and also appreciate the downtime that they do get.

These activities and breaks from school are perfect for spending time as a family, but we all also need personal time—away from the chaos and expectations. As Charity, mother of two, ages 7 and 14, puts it, “Make learning fun and have fun learning! Combining experiences and senses along with intellectual stimulation will make a much greater impact and lasting experience than a workbook or television show will ever do. The best part is that the parents get to learn and have fun, too!”

We reached out to the community, asking them to share their own personal secrets, if you will, that keep their families sharp and learning over breaks. Here’s what they said:

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“For toddlers to first graders, you can

feelings,” she says. “Knowing who can take

they can practice fractions. We like to give

find letters on road signs, in the grocery

a joke about themselves and who can't is

them the ¼ teaspoon for example and tell

store, etc. and play games to learn letter

a learning experience for parents as well.”

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new ingredients and tasting a variety

track with learning and spending quality

the grocery store is a way to try new things

of dishes to better learn how to identify

time together. “Each night when they go to

and it is fun to discuss its cultural roots.

the taste and texture of each or reading

bed, each of them picks one book to read,”

My children love exploring new countries

the recipe out loud and measuring the

says Melinda, a mother of two, ages 2 and

or cultures. Parents can make puzzles

correct increments, they will be learning.

5. “During breaks and holidays, I intend

by having the kids pick through favorite

As they get older, let them be the head

on increasing the book reading quantity.

pictures of an event, holiday, vacation

chef and direct others through the steps

They love to engage and point at each

or family and friends. They can then

on the recipe. If they miss an ingredient

word or the pictures to match the words.

cut and glue the photos onto squares or

or measure out too much of something,

During holidays, they also get excited

random shapes using an array of different

who cares—you will get a good laugh and

about reading specific books pertaining

materials and make their own puzzle.”

create some unforgettable memories. The

to that holiday! Sometimes we also make

For kids through fourth grade, Charity

kids will also start to understand how

crafts the following day about a book.”

recommends things like making science

much of your time is dedicated to this

Online learning is not only fun and

fun by making bouncy balls or slime, etc.

daily responsibility and appreciate you

appealing for children, but it allows them

And for the older kids (middle school to

making dinner more.

to learn new platforms. Perhaps you give

high school), making stop-motion movies

“We spend Thanksgiving at home and

them something to research—with limits

on their phone, tablet or laptop is always

do a lot of cooking,” says a Charlottesville

of course—to enhance their computer

fun. “Skits or a comedic roasting is always

mother of two, ages 8 and 12. “We have

and navigation skills. Finding the correct

a good time, as long as it's good clean fun

the kids help us, particularly with things

answer will give them great satisfaction

and the children are cognizant of other’s

like cup and spoon measurements where

and confidence. “Last year, my daughter, CharlottesvilleFamily.com

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age 9, created a PowerPoint complete with

engaging in learning experiences. “We

the holiday, “We encourage handwriting

photos and captions,” shares Angelique,

keep books, paper and pencils in the

practice, especially since so many schools

a Madison County mother of two. “It

car for longer trips,” says Bridget, a

do not teach cursive writing anymore,”

captured different personal and school

Stanardsville mother of one, age 11. “One

shares Rosemary, a mother of four, ages

events over the past 12 months that

of our favorites is going to the public

11, 17, 27 and 30, and soon to be grandma.

she wanted to highlight. It gave me an

library. Let them get whatever book looks

“We write out and address holiday cards

opportunity to teach her how to use a

interesting to them...regardless of reading

together, creating personal and heartfelt

format she had never tried before and one

level, topic, assignments, etc. Nonfiction

messages.”

that I felt was a good life-long skill. In the

books are great to keep on hand for

end, we had a collaborative keepsake!”

captions and photos if the reading level is

get repetitive, but Jennifer, a mother of

too high.”

seven, ages 4, 6, 9, 9, 11, 16 and 18, shares

The local libraries are another great way to get out of the house while still

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No matter what you decide on this holiday break—write a play, set the scene learning. “We love using Usborne sticker

Other outdoor adventures are always

books so the children can learn about

family favorites and allow for everyone to

emergency helpers, Knights and other

get out of the house. “We make it a rule

topics while practicing reading with hand-

to go on a daily hike/walk—either in our

eye coordination for the littler ones. If it

yard, at a local park or in town—and we

gets cold enough, they love to freeze water

bring a mesh ‘collection bag,’” says Jim, an

in balloons and add food coloring so we can

Earlysville father of two, ages 3 ½ and 7.

talk about weather/freezing temperatures

“Our children take these opportunities to

and art creations. We have also blown

collect samples they find in nature (both

bubbles and watched them freeze. Last

urban and rural) and create a collage

year, we measured the snowfall with a

of what they’ve found while on these

ruler on an hour-by-hour graph.”

excursions. We then spread them out at

and act it out or write a short story to tell the family after dinner—engage their creativity and encourage their free expression as much as their lessons from school.

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Age-by-Age Guide for Raising Polite, Well-Mannered Children I thought my children were relatively well-mannered Ages 1-2: Thoughtful Toddlers

certain accepted social graces. Set the stage now by always

to dinner a few months ago, and I saw their behavior

being polite yourself and helping him think about other people’s

through her eyes. My 6-year-old’s elbows never left the table, my 3-year-old constantly interrupted conversations and my 1-year-old had a bad habit of hurling peas onto the floor. Obviously, it was time to serve up some etiquette lessons. But I had a problem—I wasn’t sure what was ageappropriate. Was my preschooler mature enough to learn to wait her turn in a conversation? Could I expect my toddler not to play with his food?

I talked to manners experts and psychologists from

feelings, since good manners are really about being considerate of others.

What to work on: Say hello and goodbye. Even before she can speak, encourage your little one to wave hello and goodbye. It’s the first step in teaching her how to properly recognize and greet people, says Sherry Eberly, author of 365 Manners Kids Should Know. “One great way to practice at home is to say good morning to each other every morning,” Eberly says. And don’t forget to greet your spouse cheerfully when he gets home.

Stay seated while eating. Those “snack-traps” that keep Goldfish from spilling are great for on-the-go situations, but it’s a mistake to let your child wander around the house munching.

across the country to find out. It turns out that teaching

Start now by teaching him to sit in his booster seat or highchair

social graces isn’t just a way to impress grandma. Children

while he eats, even if it’s just a snack. “High chairs have seatbelts

with good manners also get along better with others and are better liked, experts say. “When we teach children manners, we teach them to be considerate, to think of other

to keep children safe, but they also help teach an important etiquette lesson: you sit while you’re eating,” says Parents advisor Jenn Mann, Psy.d., author of Superbaby: 12 Ways to Give Your Child a Head Start in the First 3 Years. While you can’t expect your toddler to sit for long after he’s finished eating, encourage

people’s feelings and to treat others thoughtfully,” says

him to stay a few more minutes by giving him a quiet toy. “If

psychologist Kenneth N. Condrell, Ph.D., and author of

you’re ever going to expect him to sit in a restaurant,” Dr. Mann

“The Unhappy Child.” Our age-by-age manners guide has everything you need to know to raise polite, well-mannered children, no matter what their age or stage.

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At around 18 months, toddlers start to grasp that there are

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says, “you’ve got to start at home.” At this age, you should also be reprimanding your child if he throws food (and praising him when he doesn’t), and work with him on using a fork and spoon, though most children won’t master that until they’re close to 3 years old. To reinforce good habits, try taking a favorite nursery

Games to Teach Manners Four games to teach table etiquette without nagging: Take a ticket. Put a jar of bad manners tickets or chips in the middle of the table. Anytime someone (including mom and dad!) forgets a manner, they have to take one. Whoever ends up with the most at the end of the meal has to clear the table or load the dishwasher.

Bad manners dinner. Promise the kids if they use good manners for a certain number of days, say five, they can have a “bad manners” dinner as a reward. Let them put their elbows on the table, talk with their mouth full and eat with their hands. They’ll think it’s hilarious, but it will also help them understand why manners are so important.

Fancy dinner night. Pick one night a week to eat in the dining room with a tablecloth, real china and goblets with stems (get plastic ones for the littlest ones). Turn the lights down and put candles on the table. The kids will love it so much, they won’t mind being on their best behavior.

Dividing up dessert. If your child usually has a cookie or some other dessert after dinner, cut it into four (or more) pieces before you start the meal. Every time your child forgets his manners, take one piece away.

The gift-wrap game. Wrap up a bunch of mundane stuff from around the house, or put the items in gift bags, then have your child open each and practice saying something gracious about it. (“Thank you so much for this toilet plunger. Black is my favorite color, and it sure will come in handy!”)

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author of You Can Raise a Well-Mannered Child. “Don’t be the manners police, warns. “That will just turn them off.”

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Work with your child to say, “may I please” or “can I please,” when he

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hurts someone. Sound impossible? Maybe

Ages 5-6: Courteous Kindergarteners

at first. But preschoolers are beginning to

These children love to show off their

develop emotional control, Mann says,

good manners in school, but they’re not

and playdates help them work on the

always as well behaved at home. Even

social skills that are a key component

more frustrating, they have a tendency

of good manners. Make sure you pile on

to fall apart under pressure, like at

the praise when you catch her sharing

Thanksgiving dinner or meeting the boss.

without being prompted. When a conflict

wants something, whether it’s a video or a second helping. Tell him you’ll ignore him if he says “I want” or “Gimme,” and then follow through. Another key nicety to teach is “Excuse me.” Kids should say it after burping or passing gas, and when they need your attention. And since playdates are common at this age, make sure he knows to thank his host for having him, and to thank friends for coming when they visit your house.

Be kind. This means taking turns, not grabbing toys and saying she’s sorry if she

What to work on:

arises, avoid vague reminders such as “Be

Look adults in the eye and respond

nice.” Instead, talk to your child about

when spoken to. These are essential

what to do, so she’ll eventually have the

social graces, Eberly says, but even the

words to work things out on her own. “It

most confident kids have a tendency

looks like Susie isn’t done with that toy.

to

Do you think she wants it back? Let’s talk

incoherently when an adult asks a

to Susie about the toy. Susie, when you’re

question. “Establishing eye contact is

done with the toy, can we have a turn?”

intimidating for kids,” Eberly explains. Try

Do the same thing if your child needs to

telling your child to look at the person’s

apologize to someone. “If you tell your

nose instead, or ask them to note the

child ‘say you’re sorry’ and he does it,

color of a person’s eyes and tell you later.

then he’s just parroting you, and that’s

Then practice greeting etiquette at home.

not good manners,” Mann says. Ask him

Show your child how to shake someone’s

to say what he’s sorry for, and help him

hand firmly, look at their eyes or nose

think about what he can do to help the

and (this will win your kid lots of points)

person that he hurt, whether it’s giving

repeat back the person’s name: “Hello,

back the toy or getting his friend a boo-

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of you to shop for me.” If it’s something

and 6-year-olds finally have the impulse

she already has, such as a game, try, “I

control necessary to wait their turn to

love this game!” Thank you notes should

talk, says Jodi Stoner, Ph.D., a clinical

also get more sophisticated, with at least

psychotherapist and coauthor of Good

one sentence about what your child

Manners are Contagious. You’ve just got

is going to do with the gift. These kids

to train them. Teach a cue, like holding

hate it when you correct them in front

a finger up, that you’ll use when you’re

of others, so establish some subtle hand

talking on the phone or to another adult.

signals. Maybe you put your hand on his

Then when you’re expecting a call, or

shoulder to remind him to say thank

immediately before a situation in which

you, or pat your lap if he forgets to put

you expect a lot of adult conversation,

his napkin there.

remind your child again that she needs

Age-by-Age

Thank Yous How to write appropriate thank you notes at every age:

Age 0-1 You’ll write it for them. Make sure you include at least one sentence about how they’re using it or why they like it.

Ages 2-3 You still write the note, but ask your child to tell you why they like the gift, and include that detail. Make it more personal by asking your child to make some kind of picture or mark at the bottom, even if it’s just a scribble.

Ages 4-5 These kids can usually sign their names and write a few other words, so try a fill-in-the-blank note: “Thank you for the ________. It’s _______.” You write one more sentence about what they like about the gift, then they can sign their name.

Ages 6-8 They should write the entire note, and it should have at least two sentences: “Thank you for the _____. I like it because _____” or “I can’t wait to _____.”

telephone

politely.

Because of cell phones, kids today don’t

promise a reward if she follows through.

get as much practice with this, but it’s

Make sure she knows it’s OK to interrupt

still an important skill, Hines Moore

in an emergency (something’s on fire) or

says. Start teaching your child how to

an urgency (she needs to go to bathroom).

do this as soon as he can take a message

Otherwise, if she waits patiently, make

and remember it. “Up until then they

sure she gets your attention soon.

shouldn’t be on the phone unless they’re

“Don’t make it so long that it becomes

talking to Dad,” Hines Moore says. When

disrespectful to the child,” Dr. Stoner

he answers, he can either say “Moore

says. “Even children this age can wait no

residence” or simply “Hello.” If you can’t

more than 5 minutes.”

come to the phone, he should say, “I’m

More sophisticated table manners.

sorry, my mom’s not available right

Start enforcing more nuanced etiquette

now. May I take a message?” (For safety

such as “salt and pepper are passed

purposes, he shouldn’t be any more

together,” no elbows on the table and arc

specific.) If you are home, he should say,

the spoon away from you when you eat

“May I tell her who’s calling please?”

soup. Children this age pay attention to

Then, “just a moment please.” Write

how they compare to their friends and

down these steps and put them by the

classmates, so point out other children

phone, and do plenty of role-playing to

or siblings who act the way you’d like

practice.

your child to act: “I love the way Ben

Cutting food with a knife. Start with

put his napkin in his lap without being

a plastic or a table knife, then try this

reminded.”

technique from Hines Moore: Have her put both hands out, palms up, and lay

Age 7 to 8: Socially graceful gradeschoolers Grade-schoolers

have

a

the knife across her right hand, holding the handle with her thumb. She should

growing

hold the fork in her left hand the same

capacity to understand how others feel

way. When she turns her hands over,

and are increasingly concerned about

they’re ready to cut. “That’s a lot easier

what others think of them. Hopefully,

than showing them how it looks when

this is when it all comes together.

you’re finished, with your palms down,”

What to work on:

Hines Moore says. Make sure your child

Gift etiquette. Your child should already

understand

the

importance

knows to cut one piece of meat at a time, instead of the whole hunk at once.

of saying thank you for every gift, but she’s now old enough to discern how to has or doesn’t like. If she receives a present she’s not particularly excited about, teach her to say, “It was so nice

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to wait if you hold your finger up, and

be graceful if it’s something she already

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by Eric J. Wallace

W

ith a world-class university, strong writing programs, renowned public and private schools, beautiful bookstores, a vibrant publishing community and a book festival that rivals any in the U.S., Charlottesville has developed a well-earned reputation as one of the most desirable literary strongholds in the country. Lucky for area families, the rewards are not isolated to adults alone. Indeed, children and parents reap the benefits of a thriving community of diverse and celebrated children’s book authors.

Hoping to introduce you and yours to some of the city’s finest, up-and-coming wordsmiths, we sat down with four area authors to discuss how they got into the trade, the state of their art and what they love most about the profession.

Anne Marie Pace Author of the Vampirina Ballerina Series On getting into the craft: Generally speaking, as a child, a high

2010, I finally sold two original books on commission to the Scholastic Book Club, and the Vampirina Ballerina series came next.

On the subject of writing:

school and college student, and a high

When I teach writing, one of the

school English teacher, I always liked

things I emphasize is using mentor

to write. It was something that I took

texts and understanding conventions.

pleasure in, something that I felt I was

A mistake I made early on was feeling

good at. At first, I was writing for a

that you write picture books in the same

more adult audience, but, eventually,

style that you’d write prose for older kids

it dawned on me the books I reread

or adults. But it’s really very different—

again and again were children’s books. I

trying to tell a complete story with

realized that what I loved the best were

character development and a legitimate

kids’ books and decided that’s what I

plot in 500 words or fewer. It’s like writing

wanted to write.

a poem. And, like a poem, there are

On a more specific, daily-life level,

things you have to do. Many writers say,

when I had my first child, I decided

“Show, don’t tell.” But here, in order to

to stop teaching and become a stay-

have the story make sense to kids, you

at-home mom. After having two more

sometimes have to tell. The trick is doing

children, I started thinking that, once my

it tastefully and in a way that perfectly

youngest child went to kindergarten, I’d

merges the story with the illustrations.

sit down and write my book. Only then, my husband had to have an unexpected

Favorite aspect of being a children’s book author:

kidney transplant. When that happened,

Every year, around Halloween, people

he told me, “You shouldn’t put it off, you

start sending me photos of their girls

need to work hard at it now.”

dressed like Vampirina, and it just puts

That was 2001. At first, I started

such a huge smile on my face. It’s a really

writing seriously for magazines, selling

amazing thing to experience, to know

some stories to Highlights for Children and

that so many children identify with the

so on. Meanwhile, I was working on books

character.

and, by 2007, had gotten an agent. In

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dad, this fact led to my being the primary

bedtime-story-reader.

The

more children’s books I read to my three daughters, the more I became enamored with the art-form, to the

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point where I began to look forward to story time just as much as they did. Meanwhile, I started noticing how underrepresented people of color are in children’s literature.

Then, when one of my daughters asked me why there are so few books with

prominent

African

American

characters in them, I decided to do something. With my girls providing plenty of fodder for storylines, I decided to write the kind of book I felt my children would want to experience, and that I’d want them to experience as well.

On the subject of writing: I would say that, on a fundamental

find your place

level, my process is similar to other writers, in that most of us sketch out our ideas for a particular story, write a first draft, revise, rearrange, edit, delete, revise again and produce multiple drafts before we feel we have a

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“finished” product. Beyond that, many of the stories I’ve written are inspired by day-to-day interactions with my

daughters. For example, The Girl Who

long periods of time. They liked

Carried Too Much Stuff was based on my

simple, straightforward stories

middle daughter’s habit of carrying as

featuring kid protagonists that

many possessions as could be jammed

were trying to figure out if they

into her pockets with her wherever she

had that special thing inside of

went.

them that would enable them to

I’m also intent on disseminating

achieve this or that task.

“pearls of wisdom” in the stories I tell.

Meanwhile,

For me, self-empowerment serves as a

in

terms

of

writing, I had this collection of

major, recurrent theme. In The Girl Who

poetry I was trying to sell and not

Carried Too Much Stuff, I touch on issues

having much luck. Then, around

like over-consumption and materialism.

2008, my aunt asked if I’d want to

Our society tells us that the more “stuff”

work with her and write a novel for

we have, the more successful we should

kids. While she was a professional adult

feel. So the book attempts to show that

novelist with 12 published titles under

this may not be the case, but in a fun

her belt, she didn’t know anything about

way.

children’s literature. While I’d read tons

Favorite aspect of being a children’s book author: I’m motivated by the desire to contribute to the formation of a more

Lisa Martin Co-Author of the Anton and Cecil Series for Middle Grade Readers

of kids’ books, I was by no means a prose artist. So initially, we approached it as a hobby and a learning experience.

Eventually, we decided to write about

On getting into the craft:

two cats who are brothers that, in the

of diverse books for children. I want all

As a mom, I was reading to my boys

course of their adventures, always wind

children to be proud of who they are and

every night. Over time, I started to find

up separated. We each chose a brother

have the opportunity to see themselves

the stories that really captivated them

to write and ran with it. The whole

represented in the books they read.

were series that we could come back

thing was like this amazing, 2-year-

to each night and hang out with over

long master class. We kept going and,

inclusive society through the creation

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On the subject of writing: The more I get into this, the more I realize it’s really a business and you have to be able to sell the book. There are plenty of cases where an agent will say, “That’s a great story, a classic, but I can’t sell it.” So recognizing that it’s a business is important. It’s what drives many choices, and, as an author, you want to help out as much as you can by getting out there, building a website, visiting with audiences and so on. You have to constantly be thinking of what’s fresh and what’s new—which is more than being able to put together a good sentence. It’s all about coming up with quality ideas that will be received by your audience.

Favorite aspect of being a children’s book author: The audience is so different than that of an adult-focused writer. In school settings, kids get really excited and ask so many amazing questions.

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Priya Mahadevan Author of Princesses Only Wear Putta-Puttas On getting into the craft: I have a journalism background and, before I got married and moved

to the U.S. 23 years ago, worked as

As a mother, my life revolved around

glasses, the main character wore glasses

a political reporter in India. After the

the kids. Often, instead of reading books

even though heroic and glamorous

move, when I had my first child, I became

before bedtime, I’d tell them stories I’d

stereotypes don’t typically wear them.

a full-time mom. By 2009, when my third

made up. Because I knew their world

Furthermore, she’s Indian—a person of

child went to school, the others were

so well and had already developed the

color—and, despite being dressed as a

older and I had the time to start writing

ability to write, when I started working

“princess,” wants to be outside playing

again.

on children’s books, I found it much

with the squirrels and getting her hands

Only, by then, I wasn’t into politics

easier to get those stories onto the page.

dirty in the sandbox.

anymore. I wanted to write about

I found it inspiring and very exciting

something I really adored, and, as a

to write about something that I knew

mother, what I knew best were my

intimately. And, as I was so removed

I love reading the book in preschools

children. I started writing a lot of stories

from my life growing up in India, as I

and elementary schools, and seeing how

and drafts about their experiences, and,

began to write about my daughter going

fascinated the kids are by the material.

the more I wrote, the better I wanted

there, I was able to return there in my

They tell me how much they love the

to get. Hoping to branch out, I began to

mind, envision myself as a child and

book, and it’s just really nice to know I’m

meet each month with a group of four

feel a lot of those experiences and put so

playing some small role in allowing them

other writers, which got me committed

much love into the writing. I think that

to experience multiculturalism at such a

to working on a more formal basis.

the ability to see and feel the story, and

young age.

Eventually,

I

did

a

Kickstarter,

transfer that emotional content onto the

thinking I would self-publish a book

page is so important to creating a great

about a trip I took to India with my

story.

daughter. But then, as I was entering

Beyond that, the big thing for me was

into the publishing process, a publisher

the desire to break cultural stereotypes.

stepped in and wanted to put the book

For instance, in Only Princesses Wear

out under their name, which was great.

Putta Puttas, as the character was based

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{until next time humorous reflections} Dad’s Christmas Wish List

A Dad’s Humorous Reflections

When I was a kid, my folks encouraged me to send Santa my Christmas wish lists. So every year I’d ask in vain for a pony, a six-shooter and a pair of spurs (for jingling only; I would never hurt the pony). Although I never stopped wanting to be a cowboy, I did eventually learn to guide my wishes toward actual possibilities.

And this year’s list consists of concessions and indulgences big and small that would mean a lot to me, but wouldn’t cost anyone a dime.

From my 12-year-old daughter Wendy, I want a smile. You see, I bring photos of my wife and kids to the office and put them up all around my desk so I can look upon their sweet faces whenever the job gets me down.

Likewise, I feel as though my loved ones are bearing sympathetic witness to my daily travails on their behalf.

But amid the angelic smiles and general projection of support and serene good will, there are the many faces of my youngest child. Wendy scowling, leering or sneering; Wendy agog, agape or aghast; Wendy hunching her shoulders, squashing her nose or crossing her eyes. These pictures show spirit, imagination and add a certain liveliness and variety to my family shrine, the way a rabid skunk in church might spice up Sunday services.

But when customers are catapulting flaming casks at our vessel, or the boss’ cat-onine-tails is whistling around my ears, the satanic grimaces of Wendy do not whisk me away to a happier place.

So I’d like Wendy to look forthrightly into my camera when I ask her to—and smile like a normal person.

From my 15-year-old daughter Sally, I’m tempted to ask for the surrender of a certain too-sexy orange Indiaprint dress that is low-cut and far too short. But it’s the holiday season, and it’s the wrong time to get between a girl and her apparel.

Besides, there’s something I’d much rather have— Sally’s permission to tag along to marching-band camp next summer as a chaperone. Every August, Good Times Regional High School’s Plumed Legion retreats to the

From my 12-year-old daughter Wendy, I want a smile.

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December 2016

by Rick Epstein

mountains for five days to indoctrinate the freshmen and to learn their new music. Although they drill all day, they romp all night. Last year, I watched Sally pack for the trip.

Her luggage contained a SuperSoaker XP-310 (an assault rifle of water guns), a bucket for throwing cold water into showers, balloons for water fights, Icy Hot liniment for application to toilet seats, and 40 live crickets with which to infest the boys’ bedding. “Sally, you can’t take this stuff; they’ll kick you out of the band,” I said.

“Dad,” she said, “You don’t understand. The chaperones don’t mind pranks; they only care about ... you know, the other stuff.”

Parents who have gone to camp can support Sally’s claim. The chaperones nap during the all-day rehearsals and then stay up all night, drinking strong coffee, playing cards and sneaking around the cabins to make sure all is well. It sounds like a fun adventure and each year I’m eager to sign up. So far, Sally has always said, “No way!” and I think that’s her right. But maybe this year, if she knows how much I want to go, the spirit of Christmas will melt her little snowball of a heart.

From my 19-year-old daughter Marie, my gift has already been promised. When she left home for college, I was very sad. The first week I wrote her five letters.

Everything seemed to remind me of her as I mourned the end of our time together. I kept buying the foods she likes even though she wasn’t around to eat them. And on quiet weekend mornings, I still go into her empty room and visit her old teddy bear, who, like me, is a threadbare and obsolete relic of Marie’s childhood.

Then I received a letter from Marie. She wrote, “We’ve taken lots of family road trips, but we haven’t done Texas.

Why don’t we go there in January when I have some time off from school—just you and me? Mom could stay home and take care of my annoying sisters, and you’d even get to wear a cowboy hat and no one would laugh at you … maybe.”

From my lovely wife, two weeks’ furlough.

And from Santa? How about that pony? But I’ll need two, amigo. Please have ‘em saddled and waiting for us in Laredo.

Rick can be reached at rickepstein@yahoo.com.

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