Contents June 2013 Volume 4 Number 4
Features 26 Potty Training at Night
Discover reasonable expectations for your children and also how to promote dry nights for them as soon as possible.
30 Hot Summer Fun Gets Cool
If you don’t have the luxury of a swimming pool, don’t miss these great ideas for water activities you can do right in your own backyard with your kids and their friends.
Columns
32 Summer Activities Listing
2 From One Parent to Another
Our updated summer fun guide tells you what’s going on across Lee County for your kids during the break!
Kendra Sumner
4 Living With Children John Rosemond, Ph.D.
10 Kids Health
On The Cover
Ellen Royal, M.D.
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Departments 6 Bits and Pieces
A Page in a Book
12 School Bits
Paige Gardner Smith
25 Dave Says
42 Family Calendar
Dave Ramsey
28 Get This!
48 Parent Previews
Paige Gardner Smith
29 The FlyLady Marla Cilley
47 Parenting on the Plains Polly Dunn, Ph.D.
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Michaela Bostick is a 17-year-old student at Smiths Station High School. She is looking forward to her upcoming senior year this fall. Her hobbies include cheerleading for the high school, competition cheer team, reading, vacationing at the beach, taking care of her three Yorkies and hanging with friends. Michaela lifeguards at the Opelika SportsPlex...come swim and meet her this summer!
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Auburn-Opelika Parents Lee County’s Foremost Parenting Source
Auburn-Opelika Parents Magazine, is founded on the principle that parenting is an exciting, diverse, challenging, and significant, role in our community. Auburn-Opelika Parents Magazine is a community advocate for families and the parenting process.
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Contributing Writers Pam Melyan-Bratton Marla Cilley Polly Dunn, Ph.D. Malia Jacobson Dave Ramsey John Rosemond Ellen Royal, M.D. Paige Gardner Smith
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From One Parent to Another... School is out! No more early morning rush, packing lunches and scrambling to find missing shoes with only minutes to spare before the bus shows up. Of course, my kids concur, too! I am not really sure who the summer countdown on our fridge is for...the kids or me! I guess you can tell that I am bubbling over with ‘summer time is finally here’ excitement! Last week, I was thinking that if I have to make and pack one more peanut butter and jelly sandwich, drag a sleepy-head out of bed by her feet and say ‘pick a snack’, ‘find your library book’, or ‘those shorts are way too short-go change!’, I just might lose my mind! All the while, trying to keep their day positive by singing, “Rise and Shine and Give God the Glory” and sipping on my third cup of coffee! It has been a long school year with tons of learning, growing and excelling. Many goals were set and accomplishments made, but now it is time to close this school year and embrace Summer 2013. With only 87 summer days to fill (yes, I have counted), I am determined to make the most of the kids’ time off to just be kids. The first day of summer must begin with water, water and more water! My daughter received a cool, octopus sprinkler for her birthday and has been itching to attach it to the water hose for a day of splashing fun. So, guess what we are doing the first day of summer...splishing and splashing through the streams of cold water with breaks for popsicles and lemonade. In the feature article, Hot Summer Days...Get Cool With Water Fun, you will find other great ideas to try on those long, hot afternoons this June. One idea that is sure to please is the fill ‘er up game. Including beach buckets filled to the rim with water will definitely bring squeals of delight from any kid in a swimsuit! How about a water balloon toss? Yes, please. Check out other water fun games for more ideas that will keep the neighborhood kids cooled off and busy this summer. Need more water? Listed in our Summer Fun Guide are all the local pools offering family swim times, swimming lessons, dive-in movie nights, swim teams, and spaces to rent for an upcoming splash party you are planning. Need some fresh water or salt life? Lake Martin, Lake Eufaula and Callaway Gardens offer boating rentals, state parks with sandy beaches and events for families all summer long. Of course, the gulf is practically in our backyard which can be enjoyed as a day trip or vacation getaway. Once the kids are dried off and taking a much needed rest, I plan to have some quiet activities on hand to not only provide a unique summer experience, but also keep them engaged and learning while away from their school desks. The reading corner is stocked with new books, art supplies, games, and new education apps to explore. Also included this month you will find a listing of book clubs, camps and summer classes to keep your kids’ minds and imaginations working. Summer 2013 is here! The kids have been waiting nine long months for its arrival...so have moms and dads! Make a summer to remember filled with days of fun, learning and family time. My recommendation, from one parent to another, grab the sunscreen and just add water!
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By John Rosemond
Helping Your Negative Child Become Positive Q: Our 7-year-
old son is very negative about everything. He’s a middle child, so that may have something to do with it, but everyone else in the family is very happy, positive, optimistic, and so on. He never has anything positive to say about anything. Things the rest of us enjoy he says are “stupid” or “dumb.” We raise all of our kids the same, so we don’t understand where the negativity is coming from, or what to do about it. It’s beginning to drive us a tad batty. In fact, we are starting to not want him around us, which is causing us guilt. By the way, he’s often this way around his friends and other people. We’ve tried talking, but that’s gotten us nowhere. We hesitate to punish for fear that he can’t help it. Any ideas?
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son around you, that’s perfectly understandable as well. You are obligated to love him unconditionally. You are not obligated to like everything about him. In this case, the behavior in question is clearly anti-social. As he grows, if this isn’t checked soon, it’s going to become a significant social handicap. As for why he’s this way, some professional might tender a guess, but it would only be a guess. The most likely explanation is “just because.” Maybe because he discovered, quite accidentally, and early on in his life, that being negative in a family of positive people caused him to stand out, to get lots of attention. That’s a guess, mind you, but it’s one informed by lots of parenting experience, both personal and professional. The problem is that like certain behaviors, emotions can become habits. That’s not a problem when the emotion in question is functional (e.g., an optimistic outlook), but it can become a major problem when it’s anti-social (e.g., finding humor in other people’s tragedies). A person who repeatedly says, “Life stinks,” is in danger of coming to believe it, despite lots of evidence to the contrary. Likewise, your son is in danger of his negativity becoming a habit. The good news is that he’s young enough for you to head that off at the proverbial pass.
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First, you sit down with him privately, when he’s not in a foul mood, and you gently confront him with his gloom and doom attitude. You tell him that it’s not appropriate, that he lives a better life than 90 percent of the world’s kids (true), and that bad moods affect other people in bad ways. So, from now on he won’t be allowed to be around the rest of the family if he’s in a bad mood. You’re simply going to send him to his very nice room to meditate on his bad attitude. When he can be happy, he can rejoin the family. In other words, you take away his audience. When you’re making plans to go somewhere or do anything as a family, ask him, “Do you think what we’re going to do is stupid? Because if you do, we can find you a very mean and ugly babysitter and you can stay home. You’re only invited if you can be happy, like the rest of us.” The overwhelming likelihood is that he’ll want to be included in the event. Right? Right! That approach (I call it loving confrontation) will force your son to begin practicing a positive attitude. Within a few months, if not sooner, you should have a much more likeable middle child on your hands. Family psychologist John Rosemond answers parents’ questions on his web site at www.rosemond.com.
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Get Outdoors on June 8th
June 8th is National Get Outdoors Day, a new annual event to encourage healthy, active outdoor fun. Participating partners will offer opportunities for American families to experience traditional and non-traditional types of outdoor activities. Prime goals of the day are reaching first-time visitors to public lands and reconnecting our youth to the great outdoors.
Mark your calendar to join us for a wild adventure with dad on Father’s Day, June 16, from 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Celebrate dad and all that he has done for you by bringing him to the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. All dads receive FREE ADMISSION to the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum in celebration of Father's Day. You deserve it Pops. Go get WILD at the Montgomery Zoo! www.montgomeryzoo.com.
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Opelika's Local Farmers Market at Courthouse Square
The Opelika Main Street Farmers Market begins on June 4 at 3 p.m.! Location is the Opelika Courthouse Square. Come walk around the square each Tuesday this summer from 3 to 6 p.m. to find fresh, local produce ranging from heirloom tomatoes to collard greens. You may even find some fresh bread, homemade ice cream or local honey. Depending on the year's crop, the market may continue through September or until produce is depleted. Look for further updates about the end date.
23rd Annual Alex City Jazz Fest
The free twoday event will be held at Strand Park downtown Alexander City on Friday night and Lake Martin Amphitheater on Saturday. The line-up includes: Friday, June 7: Davin McCoy & The Coming Attractions; Chubby Carrier & The Bayou Swamp Band; and The New Orleans Suspects. Saturday, June 8: Ben Sutton; Amanda Shaw & The Cute Guys; and Marc Broussard. www.alexcityjazzfest.com. Auburn-Opelika Parents I June 2013
Big Boy Toys Father’s Day Extravaganza
On Saturday, June 15, bring dad to the Big Boy Toys Father's Day Extravaganza at the Columbus Civic Center from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Outdoor Excitement, Children's Water Play Area, Fabulous Food Trucks on Sale to Include the Trendy Atlanta Food Trucks! Hunting and fishing area, grappling area, drag boats, fitness area, vehicles and much more! Live music by Big Woody and the Splinters and Mindblender. Tickets $10, military $5, Children $5, Ages 3 and under free. www. bigboytoyshow.org. 6
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SummerNight Downtown Art Walk
The City of Auburn, Auburn Arts Association, Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center and Downtown Auburn Merchants will host SummerNight 2013 Friday, June 14 from 6 - 9:30 p.m. in downtown Auburn. This annual event is for local artists and musicians to display their talents, while offering the community a chance to enjoy an evening in the downtown area. Downtown merchants and restaurants will remain open after regular business hours. Citizens are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity and shop, dine and enjoy the downtown atmosphere. Local artists will have their work on display and local musicians will entertain the public. This event will also include children's activities earlier in the evening. SummerNight is free to the public. Artists, downtown businesses and volunteers are encouraged to be a part of this wonderful event. To participate, contact the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center at 501-2963. In the event of rain, SummerNight will be held on Saturday, June 15. www.auburnalabama.org/arts.
Tallassee Now! Cook-Off and Music Fest
The Tallassee Chamber of Commerce is set to host the fourth annual Tallassee Now! Cook-Off and Music Fest on June 7th and 8th around the Tallassee City Hall green in historic downtown. Along with live music on three stages, wine tastings and a farmer's market, the event will include kids' activities such as storytelling, games and crafts. In addition, attendees will also be able to participate in several tours, including a tour of the 1844 mill and Confederate armory. Barbecue will be sold throughout the day from the Tallassee Now! Bar-B-Que Cook-Off. During the event, 12 competitors will compete to see who grills up the best chicken, ribs and brisket while attendees select their favorite for the People's Choice Award. Tallassee Now! Cook-Off and Music Fest will run from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Tallassee City Hall is located at 3 Freeman Ave. www.tallasseechamber.com.
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On Saturday, June 15th, treat Dad to a train ride through the forests of Shelby County on the Father's Day Limited at the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum in Calera. See railroad artifacts, memorabilia, and books in restored depots, and visit the Railroad Signal Yard. Dad rides for ½ regular coach fare when accompanied by one or more of his children. www.hodrrm.org.
New Light Show Coming to DeSoto Caverns
DeSoto Caverns Family Fun Park will have the God and Country Sound, Light and Water Show from June 14 – July 31. www. desotocavernspark.com.
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The Amazing Honey Bee
Enjoy a program, presented by The Forest Ecology Preserve of Auburn, about this incredible insect that is so beneficial to man by members of the Saugahatchee Beekeepers. Learn all about this familiar insect that plays a key role in the human and natural world. 10-11:30 a.m. $2 members/$3 non-members. www.facebook.com/ auburnpreserve.
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Summer is here and it is time to get out and enjoy the sunny weather. As families get ready to pack for that much needed summer vacation, we want to remind you of a few things to throw in the suitcase to keep you safe and healthy. Whether you are going for a trip to the beach or just to the neighborhood pool, sunscreen is a must. We recommend sunscreen with a SPF 15 or higher and rated to block UVA/UVB rays. Light colored clothing or clothing with sunscreen “built in” and a wide brimmed hat are also recommended. It is also best to take frequent breaks from the sun, especially during the 10 am to 4 pm time frame when the sun’s rays are the strongest. Wearing sunglasses with at least 99% UV protection is also highly recommended. The best way to apply sunscreen is indoors at least 15 minutes prior to sun exposure. Cover all areas and rub in well, paying special attention to the face, nose, ears, shoulders, feet and hands. Re-apply every two hours. Babies under 6 months should stay out of the sun and have sunscreen applied only to limited areas, such as the hands. Zinc oxide products can be used as well for extra protection on the nose, shoulders, and other vulnerable areas. If a child gets sunburned, cooling aloe products as well as ibuprofen should help reduce pain. If the sunburn is severe blistering, or is associated with fever, a doctor should be consulted for treatment.
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Children school age and younger are especially vulnerable to heat related illness. Preventing dehydration is key to avoid overheating. Bring along a cooler to provide cold water and/or salted sports drinks for good hydration. The recommended amount of fluid for an 80 lb. child is 5 oz. every 20 minutes while exercising. This translates to about 8 oz. per hour for 40 lb. children. Younger children need to be reminded to drink and should take hydration breaks. Special circumstances can cause children to be more vulnerable to overheating. These include children with fever, gastro-intestinal illness, diabetes, young age (especially babies 6 months or younger), mentally handicapped, obesity or prior heat related illness. These children should have only limited exposure to sun and heat and use all the above precautions. Swimming is a great way to cool off and exercise in the hot months. Swim teams are popular in our area. Both Opelika Sportsplex and Auburn Aquatics have teams for all ages. Recreational swimming at the beach, lake or pool is also a great way to stay fit and healthy. Taking a few safety precautions will help keep swimming safe and enjoyable. First, never swim alone. This goes without saying for younger children, but even teens and adults need a swim buddy. Supervision by a lifeguard is ideal. Also, a proper fitting, age appropriate personal
flotation device (lifejacket) should be worn. This is especially important when swimming in open water such as the lake or ocean. Second, be aware of water currents, heavy surf and submerged objects. Follow all posted warnings and never dive head first into the water. Third, never swim or boat while drinking alcohol. Alcohol affects balance, coordination and judgment. These affects are heightened by exposure to sun and heat. Finally, for persons with a seizure disorder, always take special care when near or in the water. A swimming partner and lifejacket are important in prevention of drowning. So remember, stay cool, stay safe and enjoy the summer while it lasts! Dr. Ellen Royal attended the University of South Alabama College of Medicine for her medical degree and graduated in 1994. She returned to Alabama the summer of 1998 to join the pediatric practice of Dr. Richard M. Freeman. Dr. Royal is a member of the Lee County Medical Society, Medical Association of the State of Alabama, American Medical Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics. She is board certified in Pediatrics. Dr. Royal is married to Dr. Kevin Royal who practices Internal Medicine in Opelika and they have three children.
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Opelika Sportsplex & Aquatics Center The Opelika Sportsplex is more than just a gym. So much more! Maybe we should call it a “Life Enhancement Center”. From work-outs to performances to sports, swimming, activities and so much more, our state-of-the-art complex truly does offer something for every body. Join now and be part of the Opelika Sportsplex family. Unsurpassed Features & Services: • Splash Park (Wet Playground) •2 Racquetball Courts •Indoor Aquatics Center – Heated Pool, Jacuzzi, Steam Rooms •Youth Game Room •Concession Area •Outdoor Walking Trail •Gymnasium with Large Stage •Resilient, Rubber Indoor Walking Track •Three Large Meeting Rooms with AV Equipment •Warming Kitchen •EAMC Cardiovascular Area •Cal James Weight Room •Group Fitness Room •Outdoor Amphitheater •Tot Watch •W. James Samford Jr. Soccer Complex
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Auburn City Schools Enrolls Record Numbers for Kindergarten
Students and parents excitedly registered their up and coming Kindergartners for the 2013-14 school year. With the school system adjusting to transitions in the fall, there will be a new school and 4 buildings housing kindergarten.
Congrats to Celtic Traditions!
Lee-Scott Academy Presents “The Wizard of Oz”
Lee-Scott Academy Drama put on its biggest show yet with The Wizard of Oz, directed by Mrs. Tricia Oliver. The cast was made up of LSA 2nd through 12th graders. The whimsical set, elaborate costumes and amazing talent of the students led to four sold out performances.
Dancers from the Auburn/Opelika area attended the Peach State Feis. Out of 22 dancers, the school brought home fourteen 1st places, twelve 2nd places, sixteen 3rd places, seven 4th places, three 5th places, and one 9th place. Way to go dancers, your hard work paid off!
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Cary Woods Elementary Tours Birmingham Historical Locations
Fourth grade students from Cary Woods took a field trip to Birmingham and toured The Sports Hall of Fame, The Civil Rights Museum, The Sixteenth Street Baptist Church, and Vulcan. The tour included historical facts, films, discussions, scavenger hunts, and a picnic in the park. Pictured are the students eagerly awaiting to answer the results of the Sports Hall of Fame scavenger hunt, where they found trophies, awards and record holders including Auburn's very own Bo Jackson and Pat Sullivan! Auburn-Opelika Parents I June 2013
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On Friday, April 26th, Beulah High School’s seventh and eighth grade students travelled to Montgomery to visit the Alabama Shakespeare Festival. The students went to see the performance Around the World in 80 Days by Jules Verne, a French author who first published this classic adventure novel in 1873. Beulah’s middle school teachers of Social Studies and English Language Arts collaborated to cross plan lesson plans that allowed students to explore both geographic locations as well as using the novel for the study of literature. Over the course of the unit, students worked both individually and collaboratively in their classrooms to develop a greater understanding of the world around them. Students learned about different countries, cultures, and geographical aspects of other regions in the world. Additionally, students were challenged to explore their own culture (examining music, food, traditions, religions, and languages) and way of life as they analyzed the complexity of the world. Students created brochures detailing a specific country that they were assigned to research and present to the class. After visiting the Shakespeare Festival for the performance, students gathered for an outdoor picnic lunch. A big thanks to all of Beulah’s middle school teachers, staff, and coaches who assisted on the field trip including Linda Beatty, Lucinda McGinnis, Tyler Nelson, Jeff Lamb, Eddie Daniel, Stan Pepper, Suzanne Fender, Judi Manning, and Jennifer Jacobs.
Dancing Stars, Miss America and a Wonderful Cause!
Local students were star struck as they arrived to this year's Dancing Stars of East Alabama. They not only watched an awesome performance of local dancers and stars, but were able to meet and greet our very own Miss America! Over $153,000 was raised for the Children's Advocacy Center.
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OHS Inducts Members into National Technical Honor Society
The National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) is an organization that recognizes the outstanding achievements of students in career and technical education. Students that are members of NTHS are required to be members of one or more of a career and technical organization such as FBLA, FFA, FCCLA, HOSA or Skills USA and maintain a 3.0 grade point average overall and a 3.25 grade point average in career technical classes. As a member of the honor society, students are eligible for numerous scholarship opportunities. This year, Opelika High School inducted it's first members into the National Technical Honor Society. The members include: Lashawn Alexander, Mercedes Calloway, Chandler Craft, Brittany Darden, Mallory Drummond, LaTangela Edwards, Shambriah Evans, Megan Fuller, Danielle Hamilton, Daiana Hernandez, Rachel Jones, Anna Kyser, Madison Norred, Damerius Norris, Ansley Sheridan, Sara Sosebee, Kiera Stinson, Adrianna Tapscott, Nathan Teel and Natoya Williams. The NTHS advisors are Leigh Kemp and Betty Love.
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Opelika Gymnast Lands First Back Handspring Since Losing Leg in Accident
After losing her lower leg following a golf cart accident in 2011, 14-year-old Elle Silver was determined to regain her strength and ability to continue in the sport she fell in love with at a very young age. After months of practice with her coach Ben White, director of the power tumbling and trampoline program at Opelika Parks and Recreation, the young gymnast landed the move on March 19 as her loved ones and fellow gymnasts looked on. For most young gymnasts, landing their first back handspring would be an accomplishment worth celebrating. For Elle Silver, however, it's a moment that signifies months of determination, hard work and hope paying off. After all, many girls can say they've completed a handspring, but most haven't done so with a prosthetic leg. Silver endured months of physical therapy, after having multiple surgeries, before she could give tumbling another try. According to Elle's mother, Laura Silver, it wasn't until early this year that the gymnast returned to the sport she loves. Luckily, her patience and resolve was not in vain. "It felt very exciting," said Silver. "I had a sense of pride because I got back a skill I really wanted." While Silver took her success as encouragement to continue challenging her abilities, both in and out of the gym, White said the memory of Silver landing the tumbling move will remain one of the proudest moments he has ever experienced. "I get chills thinking about it now," said White. "When you see a young lady go through what she went through and not just recover to lead a "normal" life, but to also get back to where she was as an athlete, there are no words to convey how it made me feel." Pictured are Elle Silver with her coach Ben White.
Richland Elementary Dedicates Memorial Garden
Richland Elementary School designed, built, and dedicated a Yuli Butterfly Garden to a former classmate. The garden was constructed in honor of former Richland student Yulissa Ruelas, who died in 2009.
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Lee County Special Olympics Track and Field 2013
A huge thank you to all the athletes, trainers, coaches, parents and volunteers for helping make this year's Track and Field events such a huge success!
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Lee-Scott Student to Play Basketball for Birmingham-Southern
Lee-Scott Academy's Breanne DeBaets announced in front of family, coaches and teammates that she will be continuing her basketball career at Birmingham-Southern College. She received an Achievement Scholarship from the school, awarded to students who display scholarly achievement along with extracurricular involvement as well as student leadership in and out of the classroom. Breanne was also named AISA AAA Girls Basketball Player of the Year. Pictured, Seated L-R: Julie DeBaets, Breanne DeBaets and Dave DeBaets. Standing L-R: Bobby Samford, LSA Athletic Director; Steven Kilcrease, LSA Assistant Basketball Coach; and Chad Prewett, LSA Head Basketball Coach.
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Are You Tougher Than a Boy Scout?
On Saturday, April 27, area Cub Scout packs and Boy Scout troops joined in Auburn CityFest activities as part of the Saugahatchee District “ScoutFest.” Scouts started early Saturday morning setting up a variety of exhibits where Cub Scouts could earn belt loops and the community could view pioneering and Scoutcraft displays – such as the monkey bridge constructed by Boy Scout Troop 371, which is chartered by Lakeview Baptist Church. The event also featured morning and afternoon performances of “Are You Tougher than a Boy Scout?” which, like the National Geographic Channel series, pitted Scouts against adults in several Scoutoriented competitions. Photos and video from ScoutFest
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FCA Kings Competes at USSSA Capital City Classic in Montgomery
FCA Kings is a new travel basketball team in Lee County, for 8th and 9th grade boys. The team was formed in late February and has practiced for the last two months. The team represents the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and is participating in tournaments with the YBOA and USSSA. The team plays to represent the true King of Kings as his witness on the basketball court. The players and coaches share a religious devotional at every practice and just completed participating in their second tournament last weekend at the USSSA Capital City Classic in Montgomery’s Cramton Bowl complex. East Alabama District FCA Huddle Coach Mitchell Dean met with the team last week and presented all of the players FCA New Testament Bibles. The coaches would like to offer a special thanks to Trinity United Methodist Church of Opelika for all of its support. The team finished 2-2 overall for the tournament after it posted a big 64-39 win in the first round game over the Tuskegee Flyers. The FCA Kings were eventually eliminated by the Alabama Challenge who eventually won the tournament. Pictured are: Front row - Jesse Baker, Gekari Cochran, Davis Owen, Martavious Reese, and Jarret Browning. Back row: Coach David Owen, Kameron Baldwin, Kyle Fourtenbary, Tavares Simms, Coach Jamario Cochran, Charles Matthews, Kelvin Baker, Quay Wright, and Coach Rusty Baker.
DYW Board Holds Mother/Daughter Tea
The Board of Distinguished Young Woman of Lee County hosted a Mother/Daughter Tea. The tea was given in honor of the 2014 Lee County participants and their mothers in the afternoon of April 13 at the home of Beth Vaughn. The 2014 Distinguished Young Woman of Lee County will be held July 20 at the Auburn Performing Arts Center. Pictured are some of the participants in attendance. Front row left to right: Cassie Savrda, Victoria Fang, Tricia Gilmer; Middle row L-R: Elise Money, Malvika Lall, Mallory Meagher; Back row L-R: Ann Marie Leonard, Olivia Selby, Nealy Conner.
Lee-Scott Track Teams Win State Championship
The Lee-Scott Academy Girls Track Team and Boys Track Team won the AISA AAA State Championship. The girls team has won
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Auburn City Schools Student Artwork to Mark Storm Drains
Five Auburn City Schools students were recognized by Auburn Mayor Bill Ham, Jr. for contributing art designs selected to mark 1,000 storm drains in Auburn. Designs by Kathryn Duffield, Lindsay Evermon, Rachel Robinson, Kendal Black and Soojin Park were chosen from approximately 250 entries. Designs by Auburn City School students currently mark about 1,400 of more than 3,100 local storm drains. With messages like "Don't Dump!" and "Only Rain Goes Down the Drain," the storm drain markers remind residents that storm drains route water directly to rivers and streams, making it vital not to accidentally or purposefully allow chemicals or debris into the storm drain system. The Storm Drain Marker program has been a true community effort. The City of Auburn has received assistance in installing the storm drain markers from the Auburn University Student Government Association, Auburn University Service learning courses, Auburn City Schools JROTC, the Jr. Civitans and local residents. For more information on the Storm Drain Marker program, please contact Dan Ballard in the City of Auburn Water Resource Management Department at (334) 501-3060. Visit www.AuburnOpelikaParents.com
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Beauregard Lady Hornets Win Softball Championship
The Beauregard Lady Hornets softball team won the 2013 Class 4A Area 5 championship. The Lady Hornets defeated Beulah, Handley and Dadeville during the tournament to claim the title.
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Students at Jeter Primary School presented a dinosaur play for their families, fellow classmates and teachers! ROAR!
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Wacoochee Students Earn CIA Award
Ms. Lanette Allen & Ms. Katy Erlandson were honored by Judge Fellows at the Lee County Justice Center for their exceptional leadership and generosity in serving Wacoochee Elementary students this school year. Both students received the Character in Action (CIA) award. Lanette helps each morning at our school store and Katy helps daily with our morning announcements. These young ladies are committed to the responsibilities that they have volunteered to take upon themselves and can be trusted to do a great job. They make WES proud.
OHS Seniors Awarded Killgore Scholarships
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Fisherman Speaks at FCA Assembly
thanks to the efforts of Royce Railey. His program was well received by the students as he captivated them with his message and various casting talents he shared with them.
On Wednesday, May 1st, over 200 students in grades 7-12 gathered for a Fellowship of Christian Athletes assembly in Beulah High School’s gymnasium. The featured guest huddle speaker was Mr. Royce Railey, a professional fisherman from Columbus, Georgia. Mr. Railey fishes on both the BASS and Everstart tournament trails and has had several top ten finishes. He uses his passion for fishing and the outdoors to reach people to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Mr. Railey is also a Fishers of Men National Tournament Trail speaker. The program was a big success
Lee-Scott Players Selected as AISA Basketball Players of the Year
Lee-Scott Academy's Breanne DeBaets, Madison Prewett and Marquen Mitchell were selected as finalists for the AISA Basketball Players of the Year. Breanne DeBaets was named the 2013 AISA Player of the Year. Pictured (L-R): MarQuen Mitchell, senior, Head Coach Chad Prewett, Madison Prewett, junior and Breanne DeBaets, senior. Auburn-Opelika Parents I June 2013
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Lee-Scott Academy Golf Team Named State Champs
The Lee-Scott Academy Golf Team won the AISA AAA Golf State Championship. Pictured (L-R): Wes Parker, Assistant Coach, Davis Thompson, Sheldon Whittelsey, Assistant Coach, Houston Fuller, John Whittelsey, Reynolds Carl, Matthew Hall, Harrison Fleming, Todd Thompson, Head Coach, Turk Pettit, Ricky Smallridge, Assistant Coach.
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In preparation for the April 26 Lee County Relay for Life, the OMS Cure Dawgs have been working to "Stomp Out Cancer" at Opelika Middle School. Mrs. Denise Hankins and members of the OMS Cure Dawgs sold Relay feet to the students and staff before school as a fundraiser. The students were told that if the feet stomped around the entire cafeteria that the principals would stomp out cancer in their clown feet all day on Friday. The students more than exceeded the goal and Principal Keith York, Assistant Principals Matthew Kendrick and Cynthia Landry wore clown feet for the entire school day on Friday, April 19. There were daily prizes for the students including three bean bag winners each day. The winner was entitled to the use of a bean bag chair and snack for their day of learning. In total, the OMS Cure Dawgs, students and faculty raised $1, 295 to contribute to Relay for Life and help "Stomp Out Cancer". Pictured, OMS Assistant Principal Cynithia Landry, Principal Keith York and Assistant Principal Matthew Kendrick wear clown feet to celebrate Stomp Out Cancer Week at Opelika Middle School.
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Auburn MMA Competes in Grappling Tournaments
Auburn MMA students attended the Montgomery Open Grappling tournament on March 9. BT Thomas placed 2nd in No Gi and 3rd in Gi. Calvin Fenn placed 1st in No-Gi and 2nd in Gi Beginner division. La'Pone Jackson placed 1st in Gi and No-Gi. Sir' Vaughn Jackson placed no gi in intermediate, 2nd in gi intermediate and 3rd in no gi intermediate. Gage Hill placed 2nd in gi and no gi beginner division. The students also attended Nashville Grappling Championship tournament on April 6; and Newbreed Ultimate Challenge in Atlanta on April 20. Nashville Results: La'Pone Jackson placed 2nd in gi and no-gi expert division. Sir'Vaughn Jackson placed 2nd in gi and no-gi expert division. BT Thomas placed 2nd in gi and no gi. Newbreed Results: BT Thomas - 1st place in gi. La'Pone Jackson - 1st place in no-gi advanced, 2nd place in gi and no-gi intermediate and 3rd place in gi advanced. Sir'Vaughn Jackson - 2nd place in no-gi advanced, 3rd in gi and no gi intermediate. Atticus O'banner - 2nd place in gi- novice and 3rd no gi novice. Pictured Back row left to right - Hunter Lashley (instructor), Randall Phillips (instructor), front row left to right - Calvin Fenn, Braden (BT) Thomas, La'Pone Jackson & Sir'Vaughn Jackson. Not pictured: Gage Hill and Atticus O'Banner.
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Beulah Students Raise Over $2000 for Relay for Life
Beulah High School is proud to report on the community service efforts of a large number of students who participated in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life event held in Opelika on April 26th. The Beulah team saw its Student Council under the direction of Mrs. Suzanne Fender combine their efforts with the Health Occupations Students of America club sponsored by Mr. Keith Fender. Pictured are Mr. and Mrs. Fender with a large number of students who participated in the event. The Beulah student groups donated in excess of $2,000 to the American Cancer Society and would like to thank everyone who supported such a great cause to overcome cancer.
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Lee-Scott Senior Accepts Scholarship to Attend Arizona Western College
Lee-Scott Academy's Marquen Mitchell signed with Arizona Western College to play basketball. Arizona Western is considered to be one of the premier community college basketball programs in the country. Marquen was named AISA AAA Player of the Year in 2012. Pictured: Seated (L-R): Montheletha Mitchell, MarQuen Mitchell and Brandon Mitchell. Standing (L-R): Bobby Samford, Steven Kilcrease, Chad Prewett, and Ramin Mazaheri.
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A Page in a Book
by Paige Gardner Smith
Getting a Grip on Graphic Novels
With the immense popularity of the Wimpy Kid, Big Nate and Captain Underpants graphic novels, it’s no surprise that middle-grade readers and pre-teens are looking for more graphically illustrated book series with enthusiasm. Not just for comic-book compilation anymore, publishers are producing a much larger variety of graphic novels to suit the tastes of these growing readers as their reading skills and tastes mature. The following titles are highly recommended for readers who are ready to move up into more advanced reading coupled with the play-by-play illustration that characterizes the best of graphic novels.
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Amulet: Book One: The Stonekeeper
by Kazu Kibuishi (Scholatic) When their mother is kidnapped and carried away by a creature not-of-this-world, siblings Emily and Navin cross a fantastic hidden threshold into that world to try and rescue her. Armed only with an amulet that dispenses some degree of advice and help, Emily strives to protect her brother as they venture further afield in this foreign land to save their Mom. As they discover allies (and enemies) along the way, they also find mysteries that multiply with each answer they secure. Compelling, inventive and beautifully illustrated in full-color, the Amulet series offers a continuing story with additional novels that will keep readers hooked and always on the lookout for the next Amulet!
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The Stickman Odyssey: An Epic Doodle
by Christopher Ford (Philomel / Penguin) If you imagine Homer’s Odyssey as the spring board for a graphic novel idea…then lose the spring board, drain the pool and turn it into a skateboard park… you’ll have the beginnings of ‘The Stickman Odyssey.’ With only a passing nod to the original tale, Ford’s take on the Greek saga introduces Zozimos who is banished from his home in Sticatha, condemned to sail upon stormy seas, slay monsters, and pursue quests – all in an effort to get back home. The stick-figure illustrations are stunningly comedic and expressive, and don’t miss a beat of real character development in this book. Irreverent, irrepressible and on-target for middle-grade readers, this laugh-out-loud graphic novel will convince every reader that there’s more to stick men than meets the eye!
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by Stephen McCranie (Philomel / Penguin) Mal’s a brilliant kid, a genius, with a talking dog named Chad. But no one knows it. He’s flying under the radar, coming across as simply a dorky kid to those around him, including Megan, the girl he’s crushing on (just a little). The upside to being so smart is that when you’re tasked with an assignment for school, you may have the extra talent and tools to score big. With his (man’s) best friend, and advisor, Chad by his side Mal takes on time-travel itself to look into his future by going into the past! With shades of “Calvin and Hobbes” and elements of “Dexter’s Laboratory”, the ‘Mal and Chad’ series are ideal next-step books for reluctant readers and for graphic novel fans!
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I’m following your plan, and currently I have $14,000 in my emergency fund. What are essentials for three to six months of expenses?
A. Basically, you should ask yourself this question: What would it take to operate my household for a month? There are several different things that could be classified as “essentials,” but if you take those things and multiply the number by three, four, five or six, you’ll see how much money you need to have a fully loaded emergency fund of three to six months of expenses. This is Baby Step 3 in my plan. Some people get really technical about exactly how many months of expenses they need to save in this range. And that’s okay. You can take a little time to evaluate things before moving on to Baby Step 4, which is investing 15 percent of your household income into Roth IRAs and other pre-tax retirement plans. Believe me, it’s a great feeling to have a big pile of cash sitting there just
for a rainy day. You don’t want to go nuts and make it so big that you sacrifice retirement or other important aspects of your life, but after a point you shouldn’t be too concerned whether you have three months or six months of expenses—or somewhere in between—saved just for emergencies. Having a nice emergency fund, along with no debt, creates a wonderful sense of financial peace!
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I’d like to start investing in mutual funds, but I have no idea how they work. Could you explain about them please?
A. First of all, don’t rely solely on my answer here. You should never invest in anything you don’t fully understand. Before you do anything else, sit down with a good mutual fund broker, someone who has the heart of a teacher, who will help you find what’s best for you and your specific situation and goals. Simply put, a mutual fund—if it’s a stock mutual fund—is a group of 90–200
stocks. If it’s a growth stock mutual fund, then it’s a group of 90–200 growth stocks. Analysts buy the stocks they think will increase in price and sell the stocks they feel will go down in price. When the analysts buy growth stocks, it turns it into a growth stock mutual fund. If they buy bonds instead, it becomes a bond mutual fund. Several people put money into these groups, and that’s where you get the name “mutual fund.” They’re mutually funded. These types of investments are much safer than single stock investing because your money is spread across several different stocks. Plus, you’ve got people who know what they’re doing picking the stocks. My advice would be to take a hard look at mutual funds that have been out there for 10 to 20 years and have a good track record for a long period of time. I have one that has been open since 1934, and that kind of longevity and stability gives me confidence that over time they’ll be just fine!
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When my first daughter showed signs of potty readiness at age two, I was more than ready to help her ditch the diapers. Before long, she was proudly sporting Elmo underwear and staying dry all day long. I was ecstatic. As a potty-training novice, I was certain that it would be a matter of weeks before she was dry at night, too. Of course, reality wasn’t nearly as neat and tidy. Although daytime training was quick and easy, nighttime dryness proved elusive. Months passed, and she pottied like a pro during the day but clung fiercely to diapers at night. After two long years (and many unsuccessful attempts) she finally started waking up dry, and we packed away the diapers for good. In retrospect, it was no big deal: it’s highly common for a four-year-old to wear a diaper to bed. Eventually, most kids achieve nighttime dryness without intervention. But I could have avoided some anxiety if I’d known all of that going in. Our situation was far from unusual; experts say that many parents need to adjust their expectations about nighttime dryness. According to Tai Lockspeiser, M.D., assistant professor of pediatrics at The Children’s Hospital in Aurora, Auburn-Opelika Parents I June 2013
Colorado, nighttime bladder control is a maturational process that can lag behind daytime bladder control by months or years. Twenty percent of kids still have nighttime accidents at five years of age, and doctors don’t define bedwetting until children are six years old. So it’s completely normal, even expected, for kids to take their time with nighttime potty training. But the delay leaves many parents like me stuck in a waiting game, wondering when daytime potty learning will carry over into nighttime dryness. While parents can’t speed up the developmental process, they can help encourage dry nights with these simple steps.
dryness is to practice good daytime habits, notes Steve Hodges, M.D., a pediatric urologist at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. Children should use the toilet as soon as they feel the urge— holding can strain the bladder and worsen nighttime wetting, he says. And using the toilet before bedtime is a must.
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“Constipation is probably the most underappreciated cause of bedwetting,” says Hodges. “It plays a role in thirty percent of the cases I see.” A full bowel puts pressure on the bladder, making nighttime accidents more likely.
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Start with realistic expectations. While 88 percent of kids develop nighttime bladder control by age six, the timeline varies widely. Boys typically train more slowly than girls, says Lockspeiser. Kids who are exceptionally deep sleepers and those with developmental delays may have more difficulty with wetting as well, she says.
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Limit fluids two hours before bedtime, particularly caffeine-containing beverages. “Caffeine is a diuretic, so it promotes urination. Drinking it before bedtime will make it harder for kids to stay dry at night,” says Lockspeiser.
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Doctors may recommend treatment options for persistent wetting that doesn’t resolve by age six. Bedwetting alarms, called enuresis alarms, help children learn to stay dry by waking them at the first sign of wetness. Medicines like desmopressin can help prevent accidents by slowing nighttime urine production. While pharmaceutical treatment can be useful for special situations—sleepovers or vacations, for example—it doesn’t help to correct a bedwetting habit, says Robert W. Collins, Ph.D., a psychologist who specializes in childhood toileting problem. He prefers alarms over pills: “Medications don’t enhance learning to give kids the skills to stay dry.”
Health Matters
See a doctor if a child who has been potty-trained and dry at night for months begins wetting at night. A urinary tract infection is a common culprit for sudden
wetting. “We also consider stressors or social challenges, like a move, a new school, or divorce,” says Lockspeiser.
Staying Clean: Encopresis
Start with realistic expectations. While 88 percent of kids develop nighttime bladder control by age six, the timeline varies widely.
What about kids who soil at night? Encopresis is the term for soiling in inappropriate places after age four. While nighttime soiling in preschoolers and school-age children is much rarer than bedwetting, it’s also more emotionally distressing for the family and socially isolating for the child, says Collins. His website, www.soilingsolutions.com, is a resource for parents dealing with encopresis.
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First, take a look at their daytime bowel habits. “Chances are, a child who is soiling at night is holding during the day,” says Collins. Dietary changes, increased fluid intake, and changes to the child’s daily routine can help encourage regular elimination during the day. If improved daytime habits don’t
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Taking to the Air
Recommending the Best Toys and Products for Kids
Things are looking up in kids toys! From remotecontrolled flight vehicles to airborne toys that catch air and waft on the wind, taking to the air has never been easier (or more affordable) for little hands! Just as man has always eyed the skies for the next step in innovation, children are among the first to feel the desire to defy gravity and look toward the sky as their next avenue of exploration. Get ready for lift-off with the following toys and gear that let little ones test their wings in flight!
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The AFO Flash Flyer
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(Daydream Toys) Unlike many airborne vehicles that must be retrieved, the AFO (Alien Flying Object) disc flies like a boomerang! Using its retractable whip cord, one strong pull sends the disc spinning and lifting from its base and toward the sky before it wends its way back home. The spinning action activates LED lights in the vehicle so it can be enjoyed in the evening skies as well. With a smooth, rounded axis on the top center of the disc, this toy can be enjoyed indoors as well, skimming walls and ceilings without leaving marks or damage. Super easy to use and always fun for kids and adults alike, the AFO Flash Flyer is top flight, day or night!
(Kid Galaxy) With enough wide open space, all you need is the will to fly and the Backyard Flyer Classic Race Ace. This plane needs only tenseconds of charging time on the hand-held base before a young “air traffic controller” can aim for the skies and launch their own plane. Constructed with ultra-light EPP foam, the biplane design extends the flight time to around 45 seconds. The charging base and launcher are one and the same, so there’s a minimum of gear needed to get out into the open air of fields and playgrounds, aim for the wild blue yonder and launch a plane skyward on an airborne adventure!
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(Air Swimmers) One of the coolest toys to take to the air recently is the Air Swimmers line of dynamically designed inflatable Mylar balloons that are directed with radio control! Mimicking the sedate, graceful motion of fish underwater, the lofty moves of these Air Swimmers make it easy for young pilots to direct and guide these dynamite dirigibles through an ocean of air. The frustrations that sometimes accompany trying to maneuver speeding remote-controlled cars, disappears as kids enjoy plenty of time for aeronautical corrections. Whether you’re guiding a slivery shark, a boss bass or colorful clownfish, kids will take to an Air Swimmer just like a fish takes to water!
(Stomp Rocket) One of the most popular time-tested flight toys just got better! With a more stable tripod base, a bigger capacity blast pad, kids can get a cleaner launch with just a heavy flat foot on the blast pad. The harder kids stomp, the higher the flight. Approaching dusk is not a problem with the Glow-in-the-Dark Stomp Rockets. The luminous foam material makes after dark tracking easy as these rockets pierce the night. No batteries or special fuel required – all kids need to get to launch are open skies and an enthusiastic stomping foot!
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Which are you? Beloved Queen or Despised DICTATOR! The tone of your voice says it all! Why do we torture our family with hurtful words? I can tell you why. You are so stressed out and feeling like a martyr. This has got to stop! I can help you get rid of the stress, but it is up to you to curb those angry words. Once you change your martyred outlook to one of blessing your family and giving teaching moments, you will see a change in them. It is by your example that your family will begin to help and support your efforts to secure a peaceful home. What does your wicked tongue do to your children, your husband and you? 1. It doesn’t tell them you love them. 2. It makes them feel less than, it hurts their self-worth. 3. They feel that they have no say in things.
4. It makes your husband feel that he is married to his mother! I don’t even want to go there. 5. They feel like servants instead of family members. 6. Harsh words are worse than a whipping. 7. Your family cuts themselves out of the conversational loop because they fear retribution. 8. Home life is based on the fear of not making mother mad. 9. Family members go hide from you. 10. They become afraid to tell you when something happens. After those words have come from your lips, just how do you feel then...laden with guilt or do you not even realize you are barking nasty remarks their way? Have you become oblivious to the torture you have inflicted upon your loved ones? There is absolutely no excuse for this. I don’t want to hear that this is the only way you can get your family to do anything. This is the lie that you tell yourself to not feel guilty.
Your tongue can criticize or it can encourage. The choice is all yours. If you have not changed your attitude, then how can you expect to see a change in them? It has to come from the heart. If not they will see right through you. They may not even believe it at first, because you will not be sounding like the mother they have been used to all their lives. The children may think the aliens have taken their real mother away. Prove to them and their father that you have changed. Sprinkle your words of love, encouragement and teaching all over your home. Apologize for your tongue. Don’t play the martyr game anymore. I want you to FLY without the guilt of harsh words holding you down.
For more help getting rid of your CHAOS, check out her website at www.FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections, published by Random House, and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clutter, published by Simon and Schuster. Copyright 2012 Marla Cilley. Used by permission in this publication.
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Get Cool...With Water Fun! by Pam Melyan-Bratton
You don’t need to have a swimming pool in your backyard to have some cool summer fun. When days get hot, all you need is some creativity and the willingness to get wet. Family members of all ages can enjoy the hazy – and not so lazy - days of summer while getting active and staying cool. Set up the following games in different areas of your yard and rotate through them for an afternoon of fun, or just pick a few to enjoy in the sunshine.
Sprinkler Sprints
Think back to when you were a kid. A sprinkler on the lawn provided hours of entertainment. Hook up the sprinkler to your hose and race through the man-made sun showers. Divide your group into teams for some competition: Time that sprinkler just right to see who can make it through without getting wet. The team that loses has to stand under the sprinkler until they are soaked!
Bring Back the Balloons
Another oldie but goody for water fun is water balloons! Before you start, fill up as many water balloons as possible and keep them in a cooler or large container so your supply is ready to go. Auburn-Opelika Parents I June 2013
Balloon Battle
Set up barriers and blockades in the backyard like patio chairs, side tables – anything to hide behind. On “Go!” everyone runs around, throws water balloons, and hides behind the blockades to keep from getting wet.
Water Balloon Toss
A water balloon toss is also fun, especially with younger children. Partner up and stand a few feet away from your partner facing each other. Toss the water balloon. If the balloon doesn’t break, walk a little farther apart. Keep going until one set of partners remains with their water balloon unbroken.
Over Under
Line up your entire group standing one behind the other with their legs shoulder width apart. Use a really full balloon for this game so that it is fragile and just ready to burst. Give the first person in the line the balloon. The first person bends down and reaches through her legs to give the balloon to the person behind her. The 2nd person reaches for the balloon then hands it to the 3rd person over her head. The balloon goes “over under” all the way down the line until it bursts. Here’s the catch: You will want to 30
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Limbo Star
Use the hose to spray a direct line of water to use as your “limbo stick.” One person holds the hose and the others line up to go under the spray of water. Let the water spray start high and then bring it down lower as everyone gets a turn. How low can you go and how wet can you get?
Target Practice
Use the side of your house for target practice with water shooters. Create targets with different colored painter’s tape and assign points to the various targets. Divide the players into teams and keep track of the points. Play up to a certain amount of points. At the end, the losing team has to line up while the winning team takes aim and soaks the losing team.
Fill ‘Er Up!
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teams. Someone on each team should keep score because the winning team will have This is another game that requires Looking for some other wet the opportunity to dump the buckets over the two or three buckets per team, and a ways to stay cool this summer? few small foam, cloth-covered squishy losing teams’ heads at the end of the game! • Break out the buckets, suds and sponges After everyone has laughed and played, balls that can get soaked with water. relax in the sunshine and take a break in a and have a family car wash. Get everyone Divide your group into teams. Each kiddie pool or team lines to work while having fun and getting wet! two. Plastic • Use buckets of water and paintbrushes to up facing Summer Tunes Top Off the Fun or inflatable their buckets. “paint the driveway.” Add a Summer Tunes Soundtrack and make it pools can be The two or • Have a Toy Wash! This one is great for purchased for a party! Invite some friends over to enjoy the three buckets the little ones. Gather small plastic toys should games and heat the party up with these songs: $10 or less at and fill a large plastic container with wamany stores. be placed • Hot, Hot, Hot – Buster Poindexter Little ones ter. Keep the kids cool while getting wet several feet • Walking on Sunshine – Katrina and the Waves can conin front of and getting a little housework done, too! • Surfin’ Safarai – The Beach Boys tinue to romp each team • On those days when it is just too hot to • Summertime – DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince around and member, be outside, bring the pool party inside. • Summer Nights – Olivia Newton-John & John splash, and depending Fill up the bathtub, play some summer bigger kids on the ages Travolta tunes, lay down some beach towels in the and adults and abili• Wipeout – The Surfaris bathroom and let the kids splash in the tub ties of the can lounge • California Girls – The Beach Boys in them. in their bathing suits. teams. The • Summer of ’69 – Bryan Adams Throw some bucket that beach towels is closest to across the yard. Each person will dip their down on the the team will score the team fewer points sponge into the bucket of water to soak the grass and enjoy some summer snacks like than the bucket that is farthest away from sponge. They will then run to their team’s watermelon and ice pops. Serve up some the team. Assign points to the buckets – the empty bucket, squeeze all the water into that lemonade and give a toast to summer! bucket that is closest is one point, the next bucket, and run back to the next player on farthest bucket is five points, etc. Players their team to start again. The first team to fill Pam Melyan-Bratton is a freelance writer, mom and take turns throwing their water-soaked foam their empty bucket wins! teacher. balls into the buckets to gain points for their
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Arts/Crafts
The Columbus Museum
1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus. www.columbusmuseum.com; 706-748-2562, ext. 652 Art Making Summer Camps: Get hands-on with art during the week-long art making summer camps! Summer camps give your child the opportunity to learn about art through lessons in the Studio, hands-on projects, and tours of the Museum’s galleries. Each camp cost $100 for Museum members and $120 for Non-members. Classes are full-days from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and campers must bring their own lunch. Camps: June 10-14- Exploring Nature and Art. Ages 5-7yrs, June 17-21-Passionate about Painting. Ages 8-10yrs, June 24-28- Mad About Modern Art. Ages 11-13, July 8-12-Exploring Modern Art. Ages 5-7yrs, July 15-19- Sensational Sculpture.
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Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center - 501-2963 Art for Young Children- 3 Sessions: June 25-27; July 23-25; Aug 6-8.. 10:00am-12:00noon; Ages: 4 - 6 years; Enrollment is limited and pre-registration is required. Fee: $50.00 per week per child (Price includes cost of all materials and snack). Smart Art-Mondays in June; Ages 18months-3yrs. 10am. Numbers, Discoveries, and Paintings, Oh My!- June 10, 12, 14; 3-5pm. Ages 5K-2nd grade. Math, science, and art camp specifically designed for rising kindergarteners-2nd grade. Kids Can Draw: Wild Animals-June 10-14, 3:305:00pm; Ages: 4-8yrs. Fee: $55 includes supplies. Monster Art- June 3-6; 12:00-1:00pm; Ages: 5-12yrs. Fee: $50. Paint a Story- June 17-20; 2:00-3:30pm; Ages 7-12yrs; Fee: $60. Kids Can Draw: Basic Drawing- May 28-31; 3:305:00pm; Ages: 8-12yrs; $45 includes supplies. A Summer Full of Drawing Techniques- June 3-6; 10:00-11:30am; Ages: 8-12yrs: Fee: $60. Kids Can Draw: Pets- June 3-7; 3:30-5:00pm; Ages: 8-12yrs; Fee: $55 includes supplies. Perspective Drawing- June 10-13; 1:00-2:30pm; Ages: 8-12yrs; Fee: $60. Kids Can Draw: Cartoon Animals- June 17-21; 3:305:00pm; Ages: 8-12yrs; Fee: $55 includes supplies. Anime Drawing: Manga Monsters- June 24-28; 3:305:00pm; Ages: 8-12yrs; Fee: $55 includes supplies. Teens Can Draw: Real Horses- July 8-12; 3:305:00pm; Ages: 10-15yrs; Fee: $55 includes supplies. Teens Can Draw: Real Cats & Dogs- July 15-19; 1:00-3:00pm; Ages: 10-15yrs; Fee: $75 includes supplies. Anime Drawing: Shojo Wonderland- July 22-26; 3:30-5:00pm; Ages: 10-15yrs; Fee: $55 includes supplies. Fantasy Drawing: Faeries- July 29-Aug 2; 3:305:00pm; Ages: 10-15yrs; Fee: $55 includes supplies. Visual Art Workshops- 5 Sessions: June 17-21; July 8-12; July 15-19; July 29-Aug 2; Aug 12-16 ; 9:30am12:30pm; Ages: 7 yrs and older. $70 per week per child. Young Artist Atelier- June 24-28; July 22-26.; 10:00am – 2:30 pm; Ages: 11-15 yrs. Fee: $100 per week per child. Ceramics Studio- Dean Rd. Rec. Center, 501-2944 Summer Safari Clay Camp- June 17-21; 9:00-10:30am; Ages: 7-14yrs; Fee: $95.
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All classes, 705-5560 or for pottery classes, 705-5558. I Love Art- July 15-19. 9:15- 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5. Explore art through color studies and by using various types of paint, clay, drawing and mixed media. Art Gallery showing on the last day of class. Parents aren’t required to stay, but are welcome. Crazy, Cool Crafts- July 15-19. 10:45- 12 noon. Ages 9-12. Not your usual arts and crafts! This class will create all things cool, including bottle cap jewelry, tye-die tshirts, duck tape creations, photography and more! Craft show the last day. Cerami Kids I- Wednesdays 3:30-4:30pm (8 weeks). Denson Art Center. Ages 6 & up. Cerami Kids II – Tuesdays 3:30-4:30pm (8 weeks). Denson Art Center. Ages 6 & up.
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Cerami Kids III (Homeschoolers)-Mondays 1:002:00pm. Denson Art Center. Ages 6 & up Cerami Kids IV- Thursdays 3:30-4:30pm. Denson Art Center. Ages 6 & up. Creations in Clay- Wednesdays 3:30-5:00pm. Ages 6-8. Homeschool Handbuilding- Tuesdays 10:00-11:30am. Pastels for Kids- Thursdays, begins June 4th. 4:305:30pm. Ages 8-12. Sit-N-Spin Wheel Class- Fridays 3:30-5:00pm. Ages 9&up.
• Jule Collins Smith Museum
Friday & Saturday Art Clubs 901 East University Drive, Auburn. 844-1484 www.jcsm.auburn.edu; Friday & Saturday Art Clubs: State of Create, ARTy Pants, and StART Summer Programs (May 24-August 10) welcomes kindergarten through high school students. Activities are designed for younger students (K-2nd grade), middle students (3rd-6th grade) and older students (7th-12th grade). We invite parents to spend some time with our education specialist to learn techniques for making art part of your family fun. Materials, lesson plans, and ideas will be available at each event for parental consideration. 10:00 am-2:30 pm
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• Sew-thern Belles Sewing Studio
923-J Stage Road, Auburn. sewthernbelles@gmail.com; 229-869-6775. “Kids Can Sew” program for children 3rd grade and up. We offer a structured, fun environment where children learn while having a blast! 7 camps: American Girl Doll Camp- June 17-21 & July 22-26; Craft Camp- June 24-28 & July 29-Aug 2; Doggie Camp- June 10-14 & July 15-19; Sewing Good Deeds- July 8-12. Spaces are limited....Registered today!
• Uptown Art Uncorked
2408 East University Drive, Auburn and 127 South 8th Street, Opelika. 209-1188, www.uptownart.com; Adult, family and kids classes offered. Classes include all supplies. Prices starting at $25.00 . Kids classes are for 5-12 year olds and classes up to 25 kids per session. Birthday, bridal, girls night out parties too. Calendar available on line for class and party registration.
Book Clubs • Auburn Public Library
749 East Thach Avenue, Auburn. 501-3190; www.auburnalabama.org/library American Girl Club- Grades K- 5th grade students. Girls, be sure to sign up at the Youth Services desk and come meet with everyone on the third Thursday of each month at 3:30 pm; Magic Tree House Club is for K - 5th grade students. Be sure to sign up at the Youth Services Desk. The first Wednesday of each month from 3:30 pm-4 pm.
• Gnu’s Room
414 South Gay Street, Auburn. 821-5550, www.thegnusroom.com. Book clubs, live music, film screenings, and other events.
• Lewis Cooper Junior Memorial Public Library
Princes and Princesses Dance Camp- June 3-6, 9-11:30am; Ages 4-6 yrs. Have fun learning dance and making crafts in this Creative Movement summer camp. Kids will also study music, enjoy story time and show off with a special end of camp performance for parents and friends.
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• Nix Dance
204 South Sixth Street, Opelika. 705-5380; www.opelika.org; Kids programs and book clubs offered throughout the year.
Auburn Pointe
1100 S. College Street, 202. Auburn. 740-5118. www.aupointe.com Fairytale Camp: June 10-14, Ages 3-6yrs. Junior Dance Camp: June 17-21, Ages 6-10yrs. Intermediate Dance Camp: June 24-28, Ages 10-14yrs. Intensives: July 8-12, Ages 10 and up; July 15-19, Ages 14 and up; July 22-26, Ages 14 and up. Classical dance programs for boys and girls in ballet, pointe, jazz, modern, hip hop, lyrical and more.
Make Your Move
116 Columbus Parkway, Opelika; 705-0205 Valley Sportsplex, Valley; (334) 705-0205; www.makeyourmovedance.com
• Celtic Traditions School of Irish Dance
2705 Fredrick Road, Opelika; 705-0303. www.celtic-traditions.net; Camps: June 17-21, July 15-19. Classes offered for boys and girls, ages 3 to adult, beginner to championship level.
• Columbus State University Dance Conservatory
www.ColumbusState.edu/Ballet; 706-507-8070. Ballet- Session 1: June 17–July 5; Session 2: July 15–Aug 1. Ballet Intensive- June 3-7, 9am-3:30pm. Ages 10 and up. Improve your technique this summer! Study Ballet Technique, Pointe, Variations, Choreography, Contemporary and Modern.
850 Stage Rd, Auburn; 887-7250; www.nixdancestudios.com Summer 6 week session: VIP Preschool class, ballet, hip hop, turns & leaps, lyrical/contemporary, jazz, baton, and company auditions prep class.
• Rising Starz
2140 E. University Drive, Auburn; 209-1464 or 4980308; www.risingstarzofauburn.com
• Variations
323 Airport Road, Auburn; 275-5013; www.variationsstudio.com
Day Trips • Callaway Gardens
US Hwy 18, Pine Mountain, GA; 706-663-2281; 1-800-Callaway; www.callawaygardens.com Summer hours- 9:00 am-6:00 pm daily. Callaway Gardens is a great location for family vacations in Georgia. Your family will love hiking in our gardens, swimming in Robin Lake, exploring the Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center, golf, spa and more. The FSU Flying High includes acrobats, juggling and more, teen activities, tennis clinics, water skiing & tubing, camp crafts, nature and wildlife adventures, fishing, archery, beach fun, cookouts, and more!
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• Chewacla State Park
124 Shell Toomer Pkwy. Auburn; 887-5621; www. alapark.com/Chewacla/ 696 scenic acres are a delightful pause from nearby interstate traffic. Facilities include a 26-acre lake, swimming area, playgrounds, hiking trails, a modern campground, picnic areas with tables, grills and shelters, and newly renovated cabins. Weekdays: $2 for Adults; Weekends: $3 for Adults; Children 6 to 11 years of age and senior citizens: $1.
• DeSoto State Park
13883 County Road 89, Fort Payne, AL; 256-845-0051; www. alapark.com/DeSotoResort Nestled atop beautiful scenic Lookout Mountain in northeast Alabama, this 3,502-acre park provides Mountain Chalets, Log & Rustic Cabins, Motel Rooms, Meeting Rooms, and also has both improved & primitive campgrounds. Also features a picnic area with playground, olympic-size swimming pool, nature center with interpretive programs and live animals, & over 19 miles of hiking & mountain biking trails.
• Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker St. NW, Atlanta, GA; (404) 581-4000; www.georgiaaquarium.org With more than eight million gallons of fresh and marine water and more aquatic life than found in any other aquarium, you are sure to see things you’ve never seen before! Admission rates start $18.95 (toddlers 2 and under Free); annual, premium, combo, and group rates.
• Horseshoe Bend Military Park
11288 Horseshoe Bend Rd, Daviston, AL; (256) 234-7111; Monday-Sunday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm Tour the free museum and view the 22 minute film, “The Battle of Horseshoe Bend”. Then enjoy hiking the trails, a picnic, canoe the Tallapoosa River, and go fishing.
Children (6 to 12 years old) with families are encouraged to participate in the Junior Ranger Program. Program booklets are available free at the Visitor Center. Children completing the required activities will be awarded a Certificate and Junior Ranger Badge. The program must be completed while in the Park and not available for groups.
• Imagine It! Children’s Hands on Museum
275 Centennial Olympic Park Drive NW, Atlanta, GA; 404-659-KIDS [5437] Atlanta’s only children’s museum, is the perfect place for children age eight and under and their families to learn and explore together in a safe and fun hands-on environment.
• Port Columbus- National Civil War Naval Museum
1002 Victory Drive, Columbus, GA; 706-327-9798; www.portcolumbus.org Rates $5.00-$6.50; Sunday-Saturday 9:00 am -5:00 pm. Guided tours, self-guided tours, and group tours available.Cool History Events: June 15- Ship Stories. July 13- The Medical Navy & Aug 17-Technology.
• Stone Mountain
7000 Holiday Road, Lake Lanier Islands, GA; 1-800-840-LAKE; www.lakelanierislands.com With more than a dozen exciting rides and attractions, Chattahoochee Rapids Beach & WaterPark at Lake Lanier Islands Resort offers summer fun for the entire family. The Beach & WaterPark is a multi attraction interactive family environment that offers endless fun while getting drenched. Come experience Wild Waves, Georgia’s largest wave pool, or take a ride down one of our many water slides. The Kiddie Lagoon and Wiggle Waves are perfect for pint-sized guests and relaxing is easy on our half-mile of sandy white beach!
U.S. Highway 78 East, Exit 8, Stone Mountain, GA; 1- 800-401-2407; www.stonemountainpark.com Park admission- $22.00- $28.00; Toddlers 2 and under Free, Discounts and annual passes available Summer at the Rock! June 1- Aug. 4; 10:00 am -8:00 pm NEW for 2013, Georgia’s first 4-D theater introduces Journey 2: The Mysterious Island – The 4-D Experience! Lots of fun and activities including the Geyser Towers, Sky Hike, laser shows, hiking, musical entertainment, kids’ foam pit, Summit Skyride, Great Locomotive Chase Adventure Golf, the Antebellum Plantation and Great Barn. May 25-27- Memorial Day Weekend June 1-Atlanta’s Family Soul Fest. June 12-15- Atlanta Fest. contact Atlanta Fest at 800.783.8839 for additional details. July4-6- 46th Annual Fantastic Fourth. July 28- Sheep Shearing Day
• McWane Science Center
• Windcreek State Park
• Lake Lanier Islands-Chattahoochee Rapids Beach & WaterPark
200 19th Street North, Birmingham; (205) 714-8300; www.mcwane.org; Rates range $9.00-$17.00; Children under 2 Free; Monday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Saturday 10:00 am- 6:00 pm, Sunday 12:00-6:00 pm; May-August- Race: Are We So Different? Exhibit; June 3-August 9- Summer Camps- half and full day camps available.
4325 Alabama Highway 128, Alexander City, AL; 256-329-0845; www.alapark.com/WindCreek/ This park spans 1,445 acres along the shores of scenic Lake Martin, that is a 41,000-acre clear-water reservoir perfect for fishing, swimming and boating. Park facilities include the largest state-operated campground in the United States with 626 sites.
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Flint’s Crossing -1550 Opelika Road, Auburn; 501-8586, www.ikumon.com It is the job of our Kumon Center to encourage each individual child to want to learn, to enjoy learning, and to be capable of studying successfully in the future. Kumon method includes free placement testing, Kumon math and Kumon reading, improving concentration and study habits, empower through self-motivation, and test prep. Junior Kumon for preschool and kindergarten too.
S.E.E.P. Summer Educational & Enrichment Preparation
Greater Peace Community Development Corporation, Opelika. 334-749-9487 Are you ready for the summer? You may be thinking about what your child will do for activities while school is out. I have great news!!! Greater Peace Community Development Corporation will offer a Summer Educational Enrichment and Preparation Program (SEEP) for children entering grades 1 through 8. The SEEP program is taught by certified teachers who cover reading comprehension, science, technology, engineering, arts and math concepts. Tuition for SEEP is $60 per week ($55 per week for returning students). Weekly tuition includes: breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack, weekly field trips, and a t-shirt. SEEP will be in session from June 3rd until August 2nd from 9:00 AM until 2:30 PM. Please note a before and after care program will be available at an additional cost. To register your child for the program, please complete and return the form below along with your $25.00 per child registration fee. Keep in mind that space is limited to only 40 students! We’re ready! Get set! Let’s go have a great summer!
• Auburn University Summer Reading Program
5040 Haley Center, Auburn University, 844-6934. Twelve 45-minute tutorial sessions; Monday-Wednesday; accommodates kindergartners, first grades, and some second graders: June 5-July 15. Tuesday-Thursday program works with struggling readers in grades 3-6: June 4-July 16. Most sessions will be scheduled between 8:00 and 8:45 AM. Tutors will contact parents at the beginning of June to confirm specific lesson times. $80.00, with fee to be paid on acceptance to the program. For an application form, contact Dr. Bruce Murray.
• Science Matters
College of Science and Math, Auburn Campus. 844-7449. www.auburn.edu/cosam/outreach 7 Sessions: June 3-7; June 17-21; June 24-28; July 8-12; July 15-19; July 29-Aug 2. Rising 1st-6th graders. Day and Extended day hours available. Prices: $170-$235 per week/child. Explore the world of science with real experiments, field trips, technology and art projects, and hands on activities.
• Tutoring and Test Prep of Auburn
www.facebook.com/TutoringTestPrepOfAuburn; 502-3459. Partnering with parents to help students achieve success. Instruction in reading, math, writing, study skills, penmanship; Tutoring for Specific Subjects as Needed, ACT Prep, SAT Prep, ASVAB Prep, MCAT Prep; Call for more information about other programs.
Family Fun Montgomery Zoo and Mann Museum
2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery; 334-240-4900; www.montgomeryzoo.com 9:00 am -5:00 pm. Tickets range $7.00 -$14.00; toddlers 2 years and under- Free; Senior citizens, military and group discounts.
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• AMF Bowling
719 Opelika Hwy. Auburn. 887-6573 www.amf.com/auburnlanesal Free bowling for kids all summer long! Kids registered in the Summer Unplugged program can bowl two games per day, every day, all summer long! (Shoe rental not included.) www.freebowling.amf.com
• Butts Mill Farms
2280 Butts Mill Road, Pine Mountain, Ga; 703-6637400; www.buttsmillfarm.com Discover the farm! We have train rides, go-carts, horseback and pony riding, paint ball games, discovery zone, bounce house, inner tube river float, playground, fishing pond, mini golf and more! Open daily. Call about hours and party reservations. Rates start at $13.95 and up; Toddlers 2 and under Free. Groups and birthday parties welcome!
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• Carmike Wynnsong Movie Theatre
2111 East University Drive, Auburn. 501-0401. Kids’ Summer Movie Series:$1.00 per person every Thursday, 10:00am, throughout the summer. Kid’s snack tray $4.00, too. More details about which movies to follow.
• Forest Ecology Preserve
2222 N. College Street (Hwy 147) near Hwy 280 and the AU Fisheries. preserve@auburn.edu; 844-8091. May 25- Wetumpka Crater, 10am. $2/$3. Summer Ecology Camps: “Our Wonderful Woods”. Activities will include tree, leaf and bark identification, wood working, goods from the woods, forestry practices, paper-making and a study of wildlife who make the woods their home. 8:00am-12noon. Sessions: May 2831: Camp Discovery (rising 3rd-4th grades); June 3-6: Young Naturalist I (rising 1st-2nd grades); June 17-21: Young Naturalist II (rising 1st-2nd grades); June 10-14: Eco Rangers (rising 5th-6th grades); June 24-26: Explor-
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ers (rising 1st-6th grades). June 8- Wolves! 10am & 1pm. $3/$4. June 29- The Amazing Honey Bee! 10am; $2/$3.
• Frog Legs
467 North Dean Road, Auburn; 745-8737; www.froglegsparty.com Come jump in the indoor playground and party center featuring giant interactive inflatables all in one clean, safe, climate-controlled facility. You can bring your children to play during our OPEN PLAY time or better yet, host his/her next birthday party at our location. 3, 6, and 12 month passes available. Don’t forget your SOCKS!!!
• Hollywood Connection
1683 Whittlesey Road, Columbus, GA; 706-571-3456; www.carmike.com 125,000 square feet of state-of-the-art entertainment with movies, amusements, attractions, games, food and fun!
• The Skate Center
1221 Commerce Drive, Auburn; 821-1128 Tuesday-Thursday 6:30 – 9:00 pm; Friday 6:30-10:00 pm; Saturday 12:00-4:00 pm and 6:30-10:00 pm; Sunday 2:00-5:00 pm and 7:30-10:30pm. Prices range from $4.00-$6.00 includes skate rentals. Birthday Parties, Church Parties and Civic Groups, Parties, School Fundraisers, Sorority/Fraternity Socials
• Sports Academy
3768 Pepperell Parkway, Opelika (Midway Plaza); 749-4040; www.sportsacademyauburn.com Auburn/Opelika’s premiere indoor sports training and conditioning facility! We cater to athletes of all sports, skill levels and all ages! Party space available; teams welcome.
• USA Mini Golf
1220 Fox Run Avenue, Opelika, 439-4914;
www.usaminigolf.com Indoor mini-golf where our theme is “Road Trip Across America”. Each one of our 18 holes is a place of interest or historic landmark located in the U.S. ranging from the Golden Gate Bridge and Redwood Forest, to Carlsbad Caverns and Cape Cod. At each one of the holes there is a fun little book of trivia and information about the landmark which provides an educational tool that is entertaining. We even offer blacklight capability some evenings and parties which provides another unique feature.
• Wild Animal Safari
1300 Oak Grove Road, Pine Mountain, GA; 706-663-8744; www.animalsafari.com Sunday-Saturday 10:00 am -7:30 pm all summer You can drive your own vehicle (or take the complimentary bus tour- seasonal) thru our Drive-Thru safari and get to experience hand feeding the animals. On the safari the exotic animals will literally come up to your car and eat right out of the palm of your hand. You also get to enjoy our walk-about section (both parts included in your ticket price), here you will find some of our other animals in pens for you to see. Scattered through our entire park we have approx. 650 animals, (and counting!)
• Zoo Atlanta
800 Cherokee Avenue, SE; Atlanta, GA; 404-624-WILD Monday-Friday: 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., ticket booths close at 4:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday: 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., ticket booths close at 5:30 p.m.
Unique Activities Opelika Parks and Recreation
A Day in the Life of…Police Academy –June 10, 9:3011:30am. Ages 6-11 yrs. Fee: $10. Spend the morning with members of the Opelika Police Dept. Great opportu-
nity to go behind the scenes. Snack included. A Day in the Life of…Firefighters Academy- June 11, 8:30am-2:00pm. Ages 6-12yrs. Fee: $20. Report to the Denson Drive Rec Center-transportation provided to Opelika Fire Dept. training center. Experience firsthand what it takes to be a firefighter. Explore the trucks, try on the uniform and hold the hoses! Prepare to ‘get wet’. Lunch and T-shirt included. Adventure Day- August 13, 1:00-4:00pm. Ages 5-12yrs. Fee: $10. Fun activities! You are invited to go on an adventure of food & fun. Beads, Beads, Beads- June 11, 3:00-4:00pm. Ages 6-12yrs. $10. Make fun items using beads! Boys Night Out- June 27- 6:00-9:00pm. Ages 8-12. Fee $15. Come hangout with the guys. Enjoy food, a movie, basketball and a video games. Girls Night Out- June 13, 6-9pm. Ages 8-12yrs. Come hangout with the girls and enjoy food, a movie and jewelry making, plus makeovers including hair, makeup and nails! And don’t forget to wear your pjs! $15. Summer Crafts- June 12, 3:00-4:30pm. Ages 4-7yrs. $10. Have fun making crafts with a summer theme! Covington Movie Club- Every Thursday, June 13-July 18. 3:30-5:00pm. Ages 6-12. $5. Hot summer day with nothing to do? Come in and enjoy a movie and popcorn! Goofy Games- July 2, 3:00-4:00pm. Ages 6-12yrs. Fee: $10. Enjoy relays, group games, board games & computerized games. Green Thumb Gardening- June 26, 3:00-4:00pm. Ages 5-12. Fee $12. Get ready to bring a new life into this world..plant life that is! Come ready to decorate a pot to plant your new flower in! Junior Bakers- July 9, 3:00-4:30pm. Ages 9-12. Fee $15. Junior bakers will experience baking dishes with a surprise baker! Class max: 6 Kids in the Kitchen- June 4, 3:00-4:00pm. Ages 4-7. $15. Hands on fun making delicious and child-proof foods! Lion Tamers - Kids Fun Day- June 1, 10:00am-1:00pm. All ages. Free to public! Games, prizes, food, fun and
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Free Swim! Messy Madness- July 25, 3:00-4:00pm.All Ages. Fee: $10. “Messy Projects and Slimy Creations”. Wear old clothing. Pizza Pizzazz – July 11, 3:00-4:00pm. Ages 6-11. Fee: $10. Learn to create various pizzas using bagels, French bread, English Muffins. Wacky Water Games- July 23, 3:00-4:00pm. Ages 6-10yrs. $10. Have fun with bubbles, balloons and water. PLEX Kids- June 3- July 26(8 weekly sessions)- Ages 1st Grade (completed)- 5th Grade; Enjoy a wide variety of activities at the PLEX Station. Fun could include Wii station, movies, kids in the kitchen food fun, games, swimming and crafts. 3:00-5:30pm. Fee: $50/week. Pre-registration required. Back to School Bash- July 26, 10:00am-1:00pm. Free Back to School Ice Cream Social- Aug 9, 1:00-2:00pm. Ages 5-12yrs. $5. Cool off from the heat with ice cream sundaes you decorate, while meeting new kids right before school starts! Etiquette Factory- June 17-20, June 24-27, July 15-18, July 22-25. Ages 6-9yrs & 10-12yrs. 9:00am-12:00pm. $129. Discover the art of using common courtesy in a fun and innovative way. Students will be motivated to learn and use 40 different age appropriate etiquette skills through games, songs, role playing, props and discussions that focus on integrity, empathy and the value of others. Call 705-5560.
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• Camp Alpaca
drkimwest@yahoo.com; Auburn. Have an Alpaca Summer!Camp Alpaca invites children ages 9-12 out to the farm for a herd of fun and learning. Discover the joy and daily management of barn life. Explore the challenges of animal healthcare. Attend one or more sessions: Alpaca 101: June 3-7; June 17-21. Alpaca 102: June 10-14; June 24-28. Each session Monday - Friday, 8 am - 11:00 am.$195 per session.
Gymnastics/Cheerleading Opelika Parks and Recreation
Denson Road Recreation Center. 1102 Denson Drive. Ben White, 705-5547 or bwhite@ci.opelika.al.us. Program includes: Power Tumbling and Trampoline, Levels I through Level III, Cheerleader Prep, Cheer Camp, Teams, Parent and Me, & Tumble Tots.
Premier Spirit Academy
923-B Stage Road, Auburn; 821-7300; www.premierspiritacademy.com Kids Cheer & Tumbling Camp - Ages 3 & 4; June 3-5; 10:00am-12noon. $60 if registered by May 28; $70 after May 28. Youth Cheer and Tumbling Camp - Ages 5 & 6; June 3-5; 10:00am-12:00noon. Register by May 28- $60 per student; $70 after May 28. Premier Tumbling Camp - Ages 7-18; June10-13; 9:00am-12:00noon. All Tumbling Skill Levels. $100 if registered by June 4; $110 after June 4. Regular Monday- Thursday classes offered throughout the summer too! Mom and Tot, Preschool, Youth, Level 1-3, Advanced Tumbling and Cheer Classes.
• The Big Green Bus of Auburn
www.mybiggreenbus.com; 332-0833. Mobile gymnastics: balance beam, horizontal bar, tumbling, vault, and rings. In addition to the basics, you child will build coordination, strength, and agility on the mini tramp, rock climbing wall, zip line, monkey bars, and obstacle courses. Ages 18 months to 7 yrs.
Horseback Riding H & G Horse Quarters
943 Lee Road 57, Auburn; 887-0026; www.hghorsequarters.com An equestrian center located in Auburn offering lessons,
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flatting, and over fences Giraffe Camp- July 29-Aug. 2. 8:00am-3:00pm. For advance riders who can Walk, Trot, Canter, and jumping 18”. Loading, clipping, show grooming, wrapping, first aid, and daily management. Jumping lessons everyday! Seminar with Local Vet and Farrier- Open to public.
• Sandy’s Stables
www.sandysstables.net; 741-0020; sandysstables@ bellsouth.net Day Camps- 4 Camps: June 10-14; June24-28; July 8-12; July 15-19. 8:00am-2:00pm. Day camp will include: 2 mounted lessons a day, 2 unmounted lessons a day, English riding, Western riding, bareback riding, trail rides, grooming, horse safety, horsemanship, horse care, tack, driving a pony and cart etc...Students will also enjoy cooling off on our water slide. Riders are able to set their own goals and accomplish them. $450
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Ice Cream • Bruster’s
2172 East University Drive, Auburn; 821-9988; Monday-Sunday 11:00 am-10: 00pm Homemade ice cream, sherbet, sorbet, Italian ice and no sugar added fat free items, cakes and pies. Free baby cone for toddlers.
• Chill Yogurt Cafe
2486 Enterprise Drive, Tigertown Opelika; 745-7715 & 234 West Magnolia Ave, Downtown Auburn; 502-1114. www.chillyogurt.com Pure frozen yogurt, yocakes, custards and sorbets. Nonfat, low fat with many toppings to choose.
• Kona Ice
konaiceauburn@gmail.com; 707-3650. Mobile shaved ice for events, parties, schools, churches and more!
• Marble Slab Creamery
2340 Tiger Town Parkway, Opelika. 745-0033; “The freshest ice cream on Earth.” Fresh baked waffle cones, yogurt, smoothies, sundaes, shakes, malts, cookies, brownies, apple pies, pies and cakes.
• SnowBiz Shave Ice
1625 East University Drive, Auburn; 319-0739 & 1607 S College Street, Auburn; 742-0371 Sno Biz shave ice, snow cones, hawaiian, italian ice and their tropical flavors have fans around the world dreaming of their next big chill.
• Toomer’s Drugs
Toomers Corner® on the corner of Magnolia Ave and College Street; 887-3488; www.toomersdrugs.com “Preserving an Auburn Tradition.” Old fashion specialties including the world famous fresh squeezed lemonade, banana split, floats, shakes, malts, hot fudge brownie sundae, ice cream cones, ice cream sodas, sundaes, and more!
Local Camps Auburn First Baptist Child Development Center
128 East Glenn Ave. Auburn. Milissa, 821-8125 or afbcdc@gmail.com Summer Camp available for children who have completed Kindergarten - 5th grade (entering 6th). The Child Development Center is a ministry of Auburn First Baptist Church in which we provide safe, loving, quality care for children in a Christian environment. We strive to provide the best in early education by providing hands-on learning so that each child may develop to his or her highest potential in physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual growth.
Auburn Parks and Recreation
Melissa Weldon, 501-2946. Camp Kaleidoscope- Auburn High School. Session A: June 3-7; Session B: June 10-14; Session C: June 17-21; Session D: July 8-12; Session E: July 15-19; Session F: July 22-26; 8:00am-5:00 pm. Each week of camp will be filled with games, activities, special guests, and field trips. 6-12 years; $125 per week, $100 per week for each additional sibling and $675 for the entire summer. Junior Camp Counselor Program- Ages: 13-17 years; The Counselor position is a volunteer position that teaches teens responsibility and allows them to mentor younger campers at Camp Kaleidoscope. This is a great opportunity for teens to learn invaluable skills necessary for their first “real” job and provides a great atmosphere to socialize with other junior camp counselors in a fun and exciting setting. Also, this is a chance for teens to earn community
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service credit hours and give back to their community. The deadline for participants to register is May 17. Small Fry Camp- Frank Brown Recreation Center; Monday, Wed, and Friday: June 3-July 26. Ages: 3-5 (child must be 3 years by the first class); 8:0011:00am. Preschoolers will enjoy hands-on activities, music in song and dance, and many other age-related activities. Field trips may be offered. Child must be toilet trained to participate. Summer Therapeutic Day Camp- Alison Hall, 5012930, ahall@auburnalabama.org, 7 week summer day camp designed for young adults with various disabilities. Program includes lifeskills training such as handling money, team work, social skills, square dancing, swimming, and other physical recreation activities. The campers also participate in field trips.
Auburn Summer Youth Programs at Auburn University
www.auburn.edu/summercamps; Outreach Program Office, 844-5100 21st Century- June 9-14 Architecture Camp- 2 Sessions: June 23-28 & July 7-12 Building Construction Camp- June 9-14 Creative Writing Studio- July 14-18 Design Camp- 2 Sessions: June 9-14 & July 7-11 Digital CSI Camp- June 14-19 (day camp only); Engineering TIGERS Camp- Senior camp: July 14-16, (10th-11th); Junior camp: June 23-28, Women: July 7-12 Fisheries Camp- June 23-28 Loachapoka Explore Auburn Days Camp- June 9-14 Musical Theatre Camp- July 14-19 Project Design Camp- July 14-19 Real Cents, Real Change-June 16-21 Veterinarian Camp- 3 Sessions: Senior Camp- June 1621; Junior Camp-June 2-7 World Affairs Youth Seminar- July 7-12
Growing Room
644 North Dean Road, Auburn. 334-501-2044; www.growingroomusa.com. Welcome Aboard the USS Growing Room! Each week activities and adventures related to under the sea and beach. Field trips too!
Learning Center
1221 Commerce Drive, Auburn. 821-1127 www.theskatecenterauburn.com/learningcenter.nxg Monday-Friday 5:15am-6:00pm; Ages newborn to 12. Nonstop summer fun and learning!
Sportsplex Day Camp- 8am-3pm. Ages 1st-5th grade (completed). This camp will include a wide variety of activities including arts & crafts, swimming, field trips, water day, wacky day, color day and sports. Many activities will have special emphasis on nature and science. The Plex Camp Compound is located in the amphitheatre. Space is limited. Plex Kids Camp- weekly sessions. 3:30-5:30pm. Ages 5-7 and 8-11. Enjoy a wide variety of activities including wii station, movies, kids in the kitchen, swimming, crafts. Art Camp- Covington Center. Age: 8-12 years. 8am12noon.
• Active8
Columbus State University, Continuing Education Summer Camps; www.activ8er.com; 706-507-8070. Genius at Play! 10 weeks of active summer fun! Half day and full day options, before and after care available, new camps to choose from every week. Camps begin June 3-Aug. Early Bird saves you 5% through April 16th. Fees $65-$185 per camp. Activ8 Academy: Ages 4-7yrs: Fairy Tale Adventures, Science, Pirates, Super Heros, Sports and more. Activ8ers: Ages 8-11yrs: Braintraining, Creat-a-Lots, iTech, Just 4 U, Scienceologies, Showbiz, Sports & Dance. BeTween 2 Teen: Ages 11 and up: Braintraining, Creata-Lots, iTech, Just 4 U, Scienceologies, Showbiz, Sports & Dance. Oxbow Meadows: Ages 0-14; Nature Commander, Wild About Animals Sports Camps: Ages 4-up; Cheerleading, Basketball, Rifle, Soccer, Baseball, Dance, Golf, Tennis, Volleyball and more! Columbus Regional Mathematics Collaborative: Ages 8-14yrs; Problem Solving Investigators, POWER and PRIME. CocaCola Space and Science Center: Ages 5-10yrs; So You Want To Be An Astronaut, Space Extravaganza, RocketBoosters, LightSpeedsters, and more!
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• Summer Ecology Camps! The Forest Ecology Preserve, Auburn 2222 N. College Street (Hwy 147) near Hwy 280 and the AU Fisheries. preserve@auburn.edu; 844-8091 “Our Wonderful Woods”. Activities will include tree, leaf and bark identification, wood working, goods from the woods, forestry practices, paper-making and a study of wildlife who make the woods their home. 8:00am12noon. Sessions: May 28-31: Camp Discovery (rising 3rd-4th grades); June 3-6: Young Naturalist I (rising 1st-2nd grades); June 17-21: Young Naturalist II (rising 1st-2nd grades); June 10-14: Eco Rangers (rising 5th-6th grades); June 24-26: Explorers (rising 1st-6th grades).
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Motor Group will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 4:00-5:00, June 12-August 7. Cost is $175. Group is led by a PT and OT. Please email kelly.shaw@eamc.org. Handwriting Without Tears Group for rising kindergartners and other handwriting groups for up to 2nd grade will also be available for the summer. Group will be led by an OT. For more info email elisa.pesto@eamc.org.
Covington Day Camp- Weekly camps June-Aug. This camp will have a wide variety of sport activities, swimming, and weekly field trips both in and out of town. Cook outs and a staff-camper water day featuring a 30 ft. water slide highlights an active summer planned with your child in mind. On rainy days your camper will have a variety of activities inside the gym and game room. Camp includes snack, daily swimming and a t-shirt.
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334-271-5393; www.asfeducation.com; A week of acting, stage combat, movement/dance, voice training and technical theatre. June- July. Grades 4-12.
Milestones Learning Center
411 West 8th Street, West Point, Ga. 706-643-PLAY. www.nhct.org 2013 Performing Arts Camp: June 10-14. 9:00am4:00pm ET. Showcase Performance Friday night. Interested in acting, singing, and dancing, stage productions and techniques? Register for professional performer, Julia Langley’s Summer Intensive Performing Arts Camp! Boys and girls ages 6-16 years. Family/sibling discounts available. For more info, log on or call!
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Poultry Science Building, AU Campus. Amanda Martin - 844-2881; amartin@auburn.edu; Camp is designed to educate students in the areas of agriculture, food, science and poultry. $25 camper fee (includes materials for activities, tours, lunch and snack, t-shirt, and certificate)
1811 East Glenn Ave. Auburn. 887-4391 www.milestoneslc.com Summer camp- June-Aug; different theme each week: summer fun, summer safety, under the sea, vacations, America the beautiful, creepy crawlers, wild west, summer sports, let’s go fishing, and much more!
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2301 Enterprise Drive Suite E, Opelika; 745-5330. Offers classes of all skill levels.
• Auburn Mixed Martial Arts
2515 East Glenn Commerce Park #204 - Auburn, 887-0818; www.auburnmma.com; Teach realistic, but safe, fighting techniques in the martial arts of: Brazilian Jiu jitsu, Muay Thai, Wrestling, Judo, Kickboxing, Anti Bully Techniques and Submission Grappling. We also teach classes in Fitness Kickboxing and Kettle Bell. No experience necessary!
• Auburn Academy of Martial Arts
323 Airport Rd, Suite J, Auburn; 502-7221; www.auburnacademy.com; Camp themes include: Padded Weapons, Board Breaking, Bully Buster Techniques, Tournament Sparring. Learning, discipline, and FUN! All levels-beginners and advanced. We welcome all interested students to come by to observe a class or just jump right in and try it out.
Music Auburn Parks and Recreation
Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center. 501-2963 Jr. Musical Theatre Camp- June 17-22; Ages 5-7 yrs Musical Theatre Camp II- June 17-22; Ages 8-12yrs Musical Theatre Camp for Teens - June 17-22; Ages 1318 yrs Summer Intensive- July 29-Aug 3; Ages 5-18yrs Campers, of all skill levels, improve theater-related skills in voice, dance, and acting while meeting new friends and most important, having fun! There will be a performance at the end of the week for family and friends.
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Music classes include: EZ Way Guitar, I Can Sing! and Piano Summer Fun. 8 weeks, beginning, intermediate and advanced levels offered. Call 705-5560.
• Auburn Guitar Shoppe
758 East Glenn Ave. Auburn. www.auburnguitar.com; 821-6818
• Auburn University Band Camp
www.band.auburn.edu June 9-12, June 12-15, June 15-18, June 18-21.
• Kindermusik at Auburn UMC
Michelle Stearns, 826-8800; www.aumc.net
• Spicer’s Music
2140 E. University Drive, Auburn. 329-7529 www.spicersmusic.com 2 Rock Camps: June 3 - 7 , morning session: 8am12noon; afternoon session: 1-5pm. June 10-14, afternoon session : 1-5pm. Praise Band Camp: June 10- 14, morning session: 8am12noon; Attention aspiring musicians, ages 8 - 18! If you love music, and want to play in a rock band, this camp is for you! At Spicer’s Garage Band Camp, you will have a blast as you jam daily with your bandmates. You will receive individualized instruction on your instrument, work with other musicians to choose a band name and logo, write your own song, and learn several current songs. After a fun-filled week of jamming, you and your band will perform on stage with professional lights and sound equipment in front of family and friends. Also offering lessons on an incredible variety of instruments, including but not limited to: guitar, bass guitar, upright bass, keyboard/piano, voice, harp, drums, ukulele, banjo, fiddle,
violin, cello, harmonica, tin whistle, oboe, didgeridoo, mandolin, dulcimer, clarinet, saxophone, flute, trumpet, and french horn.
• Summer Showoffs
www.summershows.com; mary@summershowoffs.com July 15-19; 9am-2pm at Lee Scott Academy. Now Showing!!! Summer Showoffs is a music day camp for ages 1st-12th graders that uses music and performance to build confidence and character. We help students develop their talents on stage! Everyone gets a solo!
Sports/Fitness Auburn Parks and Recreation
Sports Camp- June 10-14, July 8-12. Campers will have the opportunity to participate in a different sport each day. Sports include baseball, soccer, tennis, track, basketball. Camp will be at a different location each day. Soccer Camp- June 3-6, July 8-11, Aug 5-8.
Opelika Parks and RecreationSportsPlex
1001 Andrews Road, Opelika; 705-5560. All sports registration now: Football, basketball, soccer, cheer, t-ball, baseball, racquetball, tumbling and more!
• Auburn High School Cheerleading Camp
Nikki@atkins.net; 275-2662. May 28-30; 9am-12noon. AHS Gym. Ages 4yrs-7th grade.
• Auburn Thunder
www.auburnthundersoccer.com; 256-655-4448. Auburn Thunder (part of the Auburn Soccer Association) is an elite soccer club for boys and girls ages 9-18yrs.
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To learn more about the program, join us for a parent meeting, May 15. Paperwork deadline: May 31; Team Tryouts: June 3-5; makeup tryouts June 10.
319-0051 or Elizabeth Rodgers, 821-6533; golfhouse. mooresmill@gmail.com; Offering girls, boys and co-ed golf camps.
• Auburn University Sports Camps
• Sports Academy
Baseball Academy- sctt@throw90.com Basketball- mbabul@auburn.edu Brett Hawke Swim- www.auburnswimcamps.com Equestrian- carolyn031@centurytel.net Football- wbolt@auburn.edu Gymnastics- kurth@auburn.edu Soccer- khoppa@auburn.edu Tigers Golf- www.auburntigers.com Tiger Softball- deeseti@auburn.edu Tennis- www.gteamtennis.com Volleyball- cwc0004@auburn.edu
• Healthplus
1171 Gatewood Drive, Auburn; 887-5666; www.healthplusfitness.com Youth Swim for Fitness- This is a chance for kids to learn a lifetime fitness activity. Our hour-long workout will improve endurance; perfect technique and help children learn advanced swimming skills. Children must have completed Snappers Level 3 or be at least 8 years old to participate. Fitness Fun Camp- May 28-August 16; Monday-Friday 8:00 am- 12:00pm (extended day is available through 5:00pm). Ages 5-12 yrs. A safe and fun-filled camp environment that will promote fitness, health, creativity and friendship. Open to members and non-members. Kids’ Gym- Ages 5-12. Members free; non-members $2.00 per visit. Activities include climbing wall, scooters, basketball, relays, kickball, tag games, dodgeball, jump rope and much more. At the pool, children may swim or play quietly on the pool deck.
• Plains Junior Golf
Moore’s Mill Golf Club, Auburn. Will Blackmon,
3768 Pepperell Parkway, Opelika (Midway Plaza); 749-4040; www.sportsacademyauburn.com
Swimming Auburn Parks and Recreation
Summer Swim Lessons and Teams- Beginning June 13, Samford Pool, Auburn. 501-2958 or 501-2930 Swim lessons, Auburn Aquatics Swim Team, and Auburn Dive Team. Morning and evening classes offered. Ages 6 months and up. Participants should wear appropriate swimwear, as testing may be required. For more information, visit auburnalabama.org/pools or pick up a copy of Auburn Parks and Recreation’s Summer Brochure. Sea Babies- Ages 6 months-3 years; Sea Turtles- Ages 3-5yrs; Guppies- Ages 6-10 yrs; Dolphins- Ages 11-15yrs; Orcas- Ages 16-18yrs; Big Fish- Ages 19 and up. Float-In-Movies- June 21, July 19, August23; Samford Pool, gates open 8:15pm. $2. Friday Night Splash- June 28, July 26. 6-8pm. Samford Pool. Free swim, games, music, cookout and more. $2. End Of the Year Luau- August 24. 1-6pm. Samford Pool.
Opelika Parks and Recreation
Covington and SportsPlexYouth Swim LessonsAges 4 years and up. All levels welcome. Classes meet daily for two weeks. A separate registration form must be completed for each child registered. Opelika SeaDawgs Summer Swim Team -Mandy Johnson- mjohnson@ci.opelika.al.us ,705- 2488. Summer Swimming Lessons- Ages 4 and up (beginner
through advanced classes). $50 fee Session I- June 3-14; Session II- June 17-June 28; Session III- July 8-19; Session IV: July 22-Aug 2. Parent and Me- June 10-26; Monday & Wednesday,8:30-9am.
• Healthplus
1171 Gatewood Drive, Auburn; 887-5666; www.healthplusfitness.com Infant Swimming Resource- nationally recognized survival swimming program which teaches infants and toddlers ages 6 months to 6 years using the ISR Self-Rescue™ method. Water Babies- Baby’s first swim lesson. Parents and children participate in eight 30-minute guided practice sessions that help children learn elementary skills, including water entry, bubble blowing, front kicking, back floating, underwater exploration, and more. This is not a Learn-to-Swim class. Learn To Swim- Beginner to advanced sessions.
• Tiger Swim Lessons
737-4427 or asmutjc@auburn.edu Auburn University Aquatic Center- $70/ 2 week sessions with 30 minute classes; Session A: May 13-17, 20-24. 3-7pm/ Adult class at 7:00 pm Session B: May 27-31, & June 3-7. 9 -11am. Session C: June 10-14 & 17-21. 9-11am.
Swimming Pools City of Auburn Public Pools
Drake Pool- 653 Spencer Ave. next to Drake Middle School; 501-2958 Samford Pool- 465 Wrights Mill Road / 328 Samford Ave.; 501-2957 Auburn City pools will open on May 25. Auburn City Pool Season passes will be sold at the Dean Road Recreation Center. Individual passes are $50.00 and Family passes are $125.00. Daily admission is $2.00 per person (Children 1 year old and younger are free).
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Opelika Parks and Recreation
Calhoun Tennis Center; 1102 Denson Drive; Opelika. 705-5556; Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced.
Vacation Bible Schools • Lakeview Baptist Church
www.lakeviewbaptist.org; June 17 - 21
• Auburn Church of Christ www.auburnchurch.org; June 9-12. • Auburn United Methodist Church www.aumc.net; June 3-6. • Cornerstone Church www.cornerstonebuzz.org; June 5-8. • Eagle Pointe Church of the Nazarene www.eaglepointechurch.com; Summer long VBS • Farmville Baptist Church www.farmvillebaptistchurch.org; June 23-27. • First Baptist Church of Auburn www.auburnfbc.org; June 5-9. • First Presbyterian Church of Auburn; www.fpcauburn.org • First United Methodist Church of Opelika www.fumcopelika.org; June 10-13. • Liberty Baptist Church- 749-9632; June 3-7. • Opelika First Baptist Church www.opelikafbc.org; June 10-14. • Parkway Baptist Church www.parkwayauburn.org; June 3-7. • Pleasant Grove Baptist Church- 749-8507; June 17-21. • Providence Baptist Church www.providencealive.com; June 3-7. • Purpose Baptist Church www.purpusechurch.net; June 3-7. • Rock of Ages Baptist Church-727-4179; June 9-11. • Trinity United Methodist Church www.tumcopelika.org; June 17-20. • Union Grove Baptist Church www.ugbcopelika.com; July 15-19.
Watersports • Lake Eufaula
Vacation Rentals- Baker Realty; www.bakerrealty.com; 334-585-0748 Lakepoint Resort State Park- The park has a lodge, convention center, modern campground, vacation cabins and lakeside cottages, picnic areas, 18-hole golf course and a marina complete with launch facilities and boat slips. 334-687-8011; www.alapark.com/LakePointResort
• Lake Martin
Lakeside Marina- Rentals: boats, watercraft, tubes, boards and skis; Dadeville, Al; 256-825-9286; www. lakesidemarinallc.com; Pleasure Point Marina Cabin Rentals; Dadeville, AL; (256) 825-9400; www.pleasurepointmarina.com AOP
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Family Calendar Ongoing:
A2Z Local Homeschooler’s Association For homeschooling families in the Auburn/Opelika Lee County area of Alabama. A2Z Loop is an all-inclusive support group open to all homeschool families in the Auburn/Opelika area regardless of differences in beliefs, cultures, nationality, race, religion, or method of home schooling. For more information call 334-728-1162 or email: momofpnk@gmail.com. Alabama Mentor’s Foster Parent Training Classes Offered in the Opelika Auburn area. Call 334-705-8877 x 18 to register or email: Deanna.Hand@thementornetwork.com. Alabama Shakespeare Festival Alabama Shakespeare Festival, Montgomery. www.asf.net. Atlanta Center for Puppetry Arts The Cat in the Hat. June 13-30. www. puppet.org. Barber Berry Farm Blackberry and Blueberry Picking. June 1-30. Barber Berry Farm, Millbrook. www.barberberryfarm.com. Birmingham Children’s Theatre Hansel and Gretel. June 4-15. Birmingham Children’s Theatre. www.bct123.org. Bosom Buddies (a breast cancer support group) Meets at The Health Resource Center the first Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. (334) 528-1260. www.eamc.org. Callaway Gardens FSU Flying High Circus at Callaway Gardens. June 1-August 2. circus.fsu.edu/ DeSoto Caverns God and Country Sound, Light and Water Show. June 8-July 31. DeSoto Caverns Family Fun Park. www.desotocavernspark.com. Expressions of a BraveHeart Program A fine arts program for teens and young adults with special needs (ages 11-21), sponsored by Opelika Parks and Recreation, utilizing Auburn University faculty and students, as well as community volunteers. Two 30-minute sessions of art, dance/creative movement and music will be offered and participants will select 2 of the 3 classes. Expressions meets every 2nd and 4th Monday twice a month for 1.5 hours. Opelika Sportsplex, 334.705.5560. www.opelikasportsplex.com. Faulkner Dinner Theatre The Good Samaritan. June 8-22. Montgomery. 334-386-7190. Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art May 18-Aug 17. Tamarind Touchstones 50 Years of Lithographic Prints. Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. Lee County Parents of Chinese Children helps children understand, see and grow up with other families that look like their family (white parents/Asian child). The group is 100% free! We try to eat out at Asian establishments monthly and have playdates. Families that are waiting to adopt are welcome! We accept any families with adopted children from all Asian countries. Contact Melody at mmhilyer@bellsouth.net for more information. McWane Center • Animal Grossology. A new exhibit that is oozing with science as you meet some of the slimiest and yuckiest creatures on Earth! Through May 31. Birmingham.www.mcwane.org. Meditation Garden and Labyrinth Come and Find the Quiet Center... in the Meditation Garden and Labyrinth, provided as a community service by Village Christian Church, 700 East University Drive, (across from Auburn Early Ed.). 334-887-5111. Try the practice of walking meditation or simply sit and enjoy the sights and sounds. The garden and labyrinth are always open and guests are always welcome.
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Montgomery Ballet www.montgomeryballet.org. Montgomery Performing Arts Montgomery Performing Arts. www.mpaconline.org. Opelika-Auburn Newcomers Club A club for new women in town which offers fun social activities, meets for lunch on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Call Joan at 501-4974. Student Life Youth Camp May 27-June 30. Shocco Springs Conference Center, Talladega. www.studentlife.com.
Parents Support & Moms Groups
Auburn Mommies, a fun group of moms in the Auburn/ Opelika area that meet weekly for playgroups and Mommy and Me walking twice a week. We also have a Mommies Night Out once a month. Http://groups.yahoo. com/group/auburnmommiesinalabama/. Auburn Mommy and Me Big Dog Running Co, Auburn. 10-11 a.m. Social time, story time, music/movement, arts & crafts. Ages 9 months-3 yrs. Free! 334-209-2580. Ongoing Calendar addition: Auburn MOPS 1st Wednesday of each month, September-May. 9-11:30 a.m. Trinity United Methodist Church, Opelika. Meetings open to moms with preschool children ages 5 yrs and under. $5 per meeting; childcare $5 per child. $25 yearly membership dues. Weekly playdates, monthly moms night out, resources, and more. www.facebook.com/ AuburnOpelikaMOPS; AUMOPS@yahoo.com. Breast Feeding class meets the second Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon on EAMC’s third floor. Call 528-1260 to register. La Leche League, a support group for nursing moms, meets the 2nd Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. @ CORNERSTONE Family Chiropractic, Airport Plaza, 323 Airport Road Suite E, Auburn. For more information call Josie at 257-3950. Lee County Autism Support Group meets every other month. Call Julie Brown 887-3903 or Florence Evermom 887-5005. Covenant Presbyterian Church on Shelton Mill Road in Auburn. MOMS Club of Auburn, a group of stay-at-home moms that meets about twice a week to provide support for each other and fun interaction for kids. New website is www.auburnmoms.com. Moms In Touch. Do you worry about your children? Come experience how you can replace your anxiety and fear with peace and hope by praying with other moms. Moms In Touch International gathers moms together for one hour, once a week, to pray specifically and scripturally for our children and school. Won’t you join with us in prayer for this next generation? Please contact Julia Farrow at julia@cornerstonebuzz.org for information about our local groups. For more information about Moms In Touch International, visit www. MomsInTouch.org. Single Moms Outreach of East Alabama Single Moms Outreach of East Alabama offers 2nd Saturdays, group classes, and more. Contact Penny Messer at 334-444-6827. Email smoea@bellsouth.net. Website www.smoea.vpweb.com or find us on facebook. Teen Moms (for moms under 20) is a ministry that connects trained adults with pregnant girls and teenage moms. Support meetings, classes, job preparation, devotions and games. Call Laura Fuller at laura@ insideyfc.com or 334-501-5637. www.insideyfc.com.
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Program, every Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.-12 noon. $10 per child for the entire morning, $2 each additional child. Attendance will be on a first come-first served basis. Contact Barbara Dawsey at 826-8800 for more information. Trinity United Methodist Church (Opelika) Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:45-12. $15 per child.
Support Groups
Care N’ Share Group Caring for a family member or friend can be rewarding, but it is not easy. Whether you are the caregiver for your grandchildren, provide care to your parents or spouse or a dependent child, this group is for you! Learn from each other, ways to cope with the everyday stresses of caring for someone you love. We will also give you tools and resources to help you on your journey. Last Monday of each month through November. 7 a.m., or Noon CST (choose the one that works best for you). Registration preferred but not required. This program is supported by the Opelika SportsPlex, Lee-Russell Area Agency on Aging, and Hospice Advantage EAMC. Food Allergy Support of East Alabama The Food Allergy Support of East Alabama group offers support through the sharing of information and resources. We are also working to increase awareness of food allergies in the state of Alabama. For more information, visit our website at www.foodallergysupporteastal.org or call Barbara at 334-826-3082; bkg2007@bellsouth.net. GRACE - Post-Abortive Support Group Are you struggling with feelings of regret or sadness from having a pregnancy termination in your past? Do you feel like you can’t share these struggles with anyone? Would you like to find healing and forgiveness? You are not alone. Women’s Hope Medical Clinic wants to help you! You are invited to take part in our GRACE abortion recovery group. This confidential group gives you the opportunity to process the grief of your termination in a safe and non-judgmental setting. If you would like more information about the times, dates and location for this group, call or e-mail Sherry at Women’s Hope: 334.502.7000 or sherry@womenshope.org Don’t let the regret of the past rob you of the joy in the future. Call us today. We are here to help.
Sports
Columbus Lions Arena Football Columbus. May 18, June 2, 8. Miracle League of Lee County Baseball Billy Hitchcock Miracle Field, Opelika. May 18. Montgomery Biscuits Baseball Riverwalk Stadium. May 23-27. June 2-11, 19-23, 29-30. www.biscuitsbaseball.com.
Saturday, May 18
5K Tiger Trot for Tots Fundraiser for The Little Tree Preschool. Beard-Eaves Coliseum, Auburn. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. All proceeds go to save our preschool! Awards will be given to the top 3 male & female overall finishers and top 3 male & female finishers in each age group. Overall winners will not be qualified to win for their age group as well. www.active.com/running/auburn-al/5k-tiger-trot-fortots-2013. 21st Annual Fishing Rodeo Sponsored by Evans Realty and Auburn Parks and Rec. AU Tech Park South Lake. 8-11 a.m. $5 fee. Bring own fishing pole. Seasonal Artist Showcase Rumbling Water Studios & Gallery, Wetumpka. www. facebook.com/RumblingWater. Free. Touch a Truck Pratt Park, Prattville. www.prattvilleal.gov. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free.
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Academy of Performing Arts Dance Center presents Tangled Columbus. www.academydancecenter.com. 4th Annual Bald Eagle Bash Fairhope. The Hangout Music Festival Gulf Shores Beach. www.hangoutmusicfest.com. Safe Kids Day Bike Rodeo & Festival Hollywood Connection, Columbus. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. www. calendarcolumbusga.com. Market Days on Broadway Columbus, Ga. 9 a.m.-noon. Pick up locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, artwork, flowers, plants and handcrafted items! www.uptowncolumbusga.com. Columbus Music Festival Uptown Columbus. www.uptowncolumbusga.com. Riverbend Brewfest Montgomery. 2-5 p.m. www.visitingmontgomery.com. Mystery Dinner Theatre @ Callaway Gardens www.callawaygardens.com. Great Southern Gun Show BJCC. www.bjcc.org. Dixie Reptile Show BJCC. www.bjcc.org. Rolling for Rescues Derby Burn City Rollers vs. Emerald Coast. A benefit for the Lee County Humane Society. The Skate Center, Auburn. 4 p.m. Bring own chair. $5-$10. www. burncityrollers.com.
Tuesday, May 21
Summer Swing Concert Series Municipal Park, Opelika. Free. 7 p.m. 705-5560. Spring Discovery Hike Forest Ecology Preserve, Auburn. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 5-12 years. www.facebook.com/auburnpreserve. Pride and Prejudice Presented by Faulkner University’s Dinner Theatre.www. faulkner.edu. Georgia Aquarium’s 8th Annual Fish & Chips Golf Tournament East Lake Golf Club, Ga. www.georgiaaquarium.org.
Wednesday, May 22
Noon Tunes Courthouse Square, Opelika. 12-1 p.m. Free. 705-5560. Pride and Prejudice Presented by Faulkner University’s Dinner Theatre. www.faulkner.edu.
Thursday, May 23
Sundown Concert Series at Town Creek Park Martha’s Trouble. Town Creek Park, Auburn. 6 p.m. Free. The Market at Ag Heritage Park Auburn University Agricultural Heritage Park. 3-6 p.m. Free. 334-321-1603. Project Graduation 2013 Auburn High School Field House. Parents providing our seniors with a safe and incredibly fun Graduation Party. 10 p.m.-3 a.m. Spring Nature Walk Forest Ecology Preserve, Auburn. 8:30-9:30 a.m. www.facebook.com/auburnpreserve. Pride and Prejudice Presented by Faulkner University’s Dinner Theatre. www.faulkner.edu.
Friday, May 24
State of Create ‘Print Shop’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 1-2:30 p.m. Open to all students 7-12 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu.
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The Market at Ag Heritage Park Auburn University Agricultural Heritage Park. 3-6 p.m. Free. www.ag.auburn.edu/themarket/about.php. Crosby, Stills and Nash Montgomery Performing Arts Center. www.ticketmaster.com. Montgomery Symphony Orchestra’s Memorial Day Weekend Pops Concert www.montgomerysymphony.org. 5th Annual Spirit of the Wolf Pow Wow and Annual Kiowa Gourd Dance Ashland. www.wolfgardens.org/pow-wow. Mary Poppins presented by The Montgomery Ballet Davis Theatre, Montgomery. 7 p.m. www.montgomeryballet.org. Artventures for Children Columbus Museum. Children ages 3-4 and parent. 11 a.m. – noon. www.columbusmuseum.com. Uptown Friday Night Concert Classic Addict. Springer Opera House, Columbus. 7 p.m. Free. www.springeroperahouse.org. Pride and Prejudice Presented by Faulkner University’s Dinner Theatre. www.faulkner.edu.
Saturday, May 25
35th Annual Jubilee Run for Cancer Old Alabama Town, Montgomery. 7:30 a.m. www.jubileerun.org. Arty Pants ‘Printshop’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 10-11:30 a.m. Open to all students k-2 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. StART! ‘Printshop’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 12:30-2 p.m. Open to all students 3-6 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. Sensory Sensitive Screenings Movie Epic Carmike Ritz 13 on Whittlesey Blvd, Columbus, Ga. www.autismhopecenter.com. Dreamgirls - The Musical Davis Theatre. www.trojan.troy.edu/community/davistheatre/shows. 5th Annual Spirit of the Wolf Pow Wow and Annual Kiowa Gourd Dance Ashland. www.wolfgardens.org/pow-wow. Memorial Day Fly-In Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site. www.nps.gov/tuai. Free. Young Eagles Day–FREE Airplane Rides for Kids! Columbus Airport. Ages 8-17. 8:30-11:30 a.m. (weather permitting). 706-324-2453. Memorial Day Weekend Festival Callaway Gardens. Featuring the 54th Masters Water Ski and Wakeboard Tournament. www.callawaygardens.com. Summer Market at Callaway Gardens 4-7 p.m. www.callawaygardens.com. Brew at the Zoo Atlanta Zoo. Ages 21 and up. www.zooatlanta.org. Wetumpka Crater Forest Ecology Preserve, Auburn. Presented by Dr. David King, professor of Geology. 10-11 a.m. $2 members, $3 others. www.facebook.com/auburnpreserve. Memorial Day Weekend @ Stone Mountain www.stonemountainpark.com. Market Days on Broadway Columbus, Ga. 9 a.m.-noon. Pick up locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, artwork, flowers, plants and handcrafted items! www.uptowncolumbusga.com. Pride and Prejudice Presented by Faulkner University’s Dinner Theatre.www. faulkner.edu.
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Sunday, May 26
Cloverdale-Idlewild Spring Concert Series Ed Pickett. Cloverdale Bottom Park, Montgomery. 4-6 p.m. Southern Music Fest The AMP at Lake Martin. www.lmat.org. 5th Annual Spirit of the Wolf Pow Wow and Annual Kiowa Gourd Dance Ashland. www.wolfgardens.org/pow-wow. Memorial Day Weekend Festival (Callaway) See May 25 for details. Memorial Day Weekend @ Stone Mountain www.stonemountainpark.com. Pride and Prejudice Presented by Faulkner University’s Dinner Theatre.www. faulkner.edu.
Monday, May 27
Memorial Day Memorial Day Weekend Festival See May 25 for details. Memorial Day Weekend @ Stone Mountain www.stonemountainpark.com. Pride and Prejudice Presented by Faulkner University’s Dinner Theatre.www. faulkner.edu.
Tuesday, May 28
Summer Swing Concert Series Municipal Park, Opelika. Free. 7 p.m. 705-5560. Spring Discovery Hike Forest Ecology Preserve, Auburn. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 5-12 years. www.facebook.com/auburnpreserve.
Wednesday, May 29
Bluegrass on the Plains AU Station RV Resort, Auburn. www.bluegrassontheplains.com. Noon Tunes Courthouse Square, Opelika. 12-1 p.m. Free. 705-5560. The Adams Family RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. Columbus, Ga. www.rivercenter.org.
Thursday, May 30
Sundown Concert Series at Town Creek Park Dave Potts. Town Creek Park, Auburn. 6 p.m. Free. The Market at Ag Heritage Park See May 24 for details. The Del McCoury Band www.eastalabamaarts.org. Bluegrass on the Plains See May 29 for details. The Adams Family RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. Columbus, Ga. www.rivercenter.org. Spring Nature Walk Forest Ecology Preserve, Auburn. 8:30-9:30 a.m. www. facebook.com/auburnpreserve. Wetumpka Depot presents The Wedding from Hell www.wetumpkadepot.com. Children’s Matinees presents The Muppets Take Manhattan Capri Theatre, Montgomery. 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. www.capritheatre.org.
Friday, May 31
The Black Jacket Symphony presents The Rolling Stone’s Some Girls Montgomery Centre for Performing Arts. www.mpacoline.org.
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Family Calendar State of Create ‘Casting Away’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 1-2:30 p.m. Open to all students 7-12 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. Hank Williams Festival Hank Williams Boyhood Home & Museum, Georgiana. www.hankwilliamsfestival.com. 28th Annual Coosa River Whitewater Festival Wetumpka. www.coosariverwhitewaterfestival.com. Sundilla Concert: Dan Navarro. Auburn Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. 7:30 p.m. www.sundillaconcert.com. Juneteenth Culture Fest Kelly Ingram Park and Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. www.bcri.org. Mainstreet Farmer’s Market Alexander City. 7:30-11:30 a.m. www.mainstreetac.org. Bluegrass on the Plains See May 29 for details. Wetumpka Depot presents The Wedding from Hell www.wetumpkadepot.com. Children’s Matinees presents The Muppets Take Manhattan See May 30 for details.
Saturday, June 1
6th Annual East Alabama Women’s Council of Realtors Tour of Homes Tour books will be available at both the Auburn & Opelika Chambers of Commerce prior to the event. 559-4005. Arty Pants ‘Not a Box’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 10-11:30 a.m. Open to all students k-2 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. StART! ‘Thinking Big’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 12:30-2 p.m. Open to all students 3-6 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. Wildlife Walks at Oxbow Meadows oxbow.columbusstate.edu/ Friends of Libraries Super Sale Saturday Columbus Public Library, 3000 Macon Road, Columbus, GA. 706-243-2691. All proceeds from the store are used to support Library programs. Hank Williams Festival Hank Williams Boyhood Home & Museum, Georgiana. www.hankwilliamsfestival.com. Summer Market at Callaway Gardens 4-7 p.m. www.callawaygardens.com. Kiss 104.1 Family Soul Fest Stone Mountain Park, Ga. www.stonemountainpark.com. 28th Annual Coosa River Whitewater Festival Wetumpka. www.coosariverwhitewaterfestival.com. Bluegrass on the Plains AU Station RV Resort, Auburn. www.bluegrassontheplains.com. Market Days on Broadway Columbus, Ga. 9am-noon. Pick up locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, artwork, flowers, plants and handcrafted items! www.uptowncolumbusga.com. 11th Annual Art in the Gardens Aldridge Botanical Gardens, Hoover. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. www. aldridgegardens.com. Home Depot’s Kids Clinics: Lawn Mower Pencil Holder Presented by Merlin Entertainments Group. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Free. Opelika. www.workshops.homedepot.com.
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Summer on Main Street Roanoke. www.randolphcountyal.com. Annual Pike Road Community Yard Sale Pike Road, Al. 7 a.m. - noon. www.widestyardsale.com. Mainstreet Farmer’s Market Alexander City. 7:30-11:30 a.m. www.mainstreetac.org. The Jokers Wild Comedy Tour: Lavell Crawford and Friends Columbus Civic Center. 8-9 p.m. www.ticketmaster.com. Wetumpka Depot presents The Wedding from Hell www.wetumpkadepot.com.
Sunday, June 2
6th Annual East Alabama Women’s Council of Realtors Tour of Homes Tour books will be available at both the Auburn & Opelika Chambers of Commerce prior to the event. 559-4005. Bluegrass on the Plains AU Station RV Resort, Auburn. www.bluegrassontheplains.com. 28th Annual Coosa River Whitewater Festival Wetumpka. www.coosariverwhitewaterfestival.com. Cody Simpson www.bjcc.org. 11th Annual Art in the Gardens See June 1 for details. Wetumpka Depot presents The Wedding from Hell www.wetumpkadepot.com.
Monday, June 3
Make It In Clay For Father’s Day Ages 7-12 years. Sessions by age: 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. Pre-registration is required. $15/participant + $5 materials fee each. 821-0916. Wetumpka Depot presents The Wedding from Hell www.wetumpkadepot.com.
Tuesday, June 4
Opelika Farmer’s Market The Courthouse Square. 2-5 p.m. www.opelikamainstreet.org. Summer Swing Concert Series Adam Hood. Municipal Park, Opelika. Free. 7 p.m. 705-5560. Wildlife Explorers Preschool Program at Oxbow Meadows oxbow.columbusstate.edu/ Wetumpka Depot presents The Wedding from Hell www.wetumpkadepot.com. 2013 Summer Movies for Kids presents Despicable Me Carmike Theater, Auburn. 10 a.m. 501-0401.
Wednesday, June 5
Radical Reptile Program at Oxbow Meadows oxbow.columbusstate.edu/ Miss Alabama Pageant Samford University. www.missalabama.com. Wetumpka Depot presents The Wedding from Hell www.wetumpkadepot.com.
Thursday, June 6
The Market at Ag Heritage Park See May 24 for details. Miss Alabama Pageant Samford University. www.missalabama.com. Wetumpka Depot presents The Wedding from Hell www.wetumpkadepot.com. Children’s Matinees presents Madagascar Capri Theatre, Montgomery. 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. www.capritheatre.org. 2013 Summer Movies for Kids presents Despicable Me Wynnsong Cinemas, Auburn. 10am. $4 Movie Combo
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Friday, June 7
Summer Outdoor Movie Series Duck Samford Park. Free Family Movie sponsored by Auburn Parks and Rec. 15 minutes prior to sunset (8:30 p.m.). First Fridays “Shop Late, Eat Local” Opelika shops will stay open until 8 p.m. so that diners of our downtown restaurants can shop before or after they eat. www.opelikamainstreet.org. Radical Reptile Program at Oxbow Meadows oxbow.columbusstate.edu/ State of Create ‘Making Your Mark’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 1-2:30 p.m. Open to all students 7-12 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. Alexander City Jazz Fest Strand Park, Alexander City. Free. www.alexandercitychamber.com. Greater Valley Juneteenth Celebration Goodsell United Methodist Church, Lanett. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 256-390-1834. Miss Alabama Pageant Samford University. www.missalabama.com. At The Throttle! Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, Calera. www.hodrrm.org. Wetumpka Depot presents The Wedding from Hell www.wetumpkadepot.com. Children’s Matinees presents Madagascar Capri Theatre, Montgomery. 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. www.capritheatre.org.
Saturday, June 8
National Get Outdoors Day! Wolves! Forest Ecology Preserve, Auburn. 10-11 a.m. & 1-2 p.m. www.facebook.com/auburnpreserve. Alexander City Jazz Fest See June 7 for details. Arty Pants ‘Doodlebugs’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 10-11:30 a.m. Open to all students k-2 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. StART! ‘Doodlebugs’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 12:30-2 p.m. Open to all students 3-6 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. Market Days on Broadway Columbus, Ga. 9 a.m.-noon. Pick up locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, artwork, flowers, plants and handcrafted items! www.uptowncolumbusga.com. Uchee Creek Archery Army Campground and Marina, Ft. Mitchell. 9 a.m.-12 noon. 706-685-3060, ext. 201. http://www.benningmwr.com/ucheecreek.php. Dragon Boat Races Riverfront, Montgomery. www.funontheriver.org. Easter Seals’ Walk With Me West Georgia 2013 michael@eastersealswga.org. 6th Annual East Alabama Women’s Council of Realtors Tour of Homes Tour books will be available at both the Auburn & Opelika Chambers of Commerce prior to the event. 559-4005. Sea Doo Rumble and Poker Run Lake Martin. www.russellmarine.net. Tallassee Now BBQ Festival www.tallasseechamber.com. Second Saturday Lee County Historical Society Museum. Loachapoka. www.leecountyhistoricalsociety.org
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Second Saturdays in Montgomery Riverfront, Montgomery. 5-8 p.m. Free admissions. Vendors, entertainment, Harriott Riverboat and Firework finale. (334) 625-2100. Lowe’s Build & Grow Clinic 11a.m. Free. Opelika. www.lowesbuildandgrow.com. Kevin James Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center. Atl. www.ticketmaster.com. Old Mill Creekside Festival Talladega. 256-362-3092. Hank the Tank- Steam Days! Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, Calera. www.hoddrm.org. River Region March for Babies Union Station Train Shed, Montgomery. www.marchforbabies.org. Mainstreet Farmer’s Market See June 1 for details. Greater Valley Juneteenth Celebration See June 7 for details. Miss Alabama Pageant Samford University. www.missalabama.com. Run for Autism (5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk) Montgomery. www.ccadmontgomery.org. At The Throttle! See June 7 for details. Wetumpka Depot presents The Wedding from Hell www.wetumpkadepot.com.
Sunday, June 9
6th Annual East Alabama Women’s Council of Realtors Tour of Homes See June 8 for details. Old Mill Creekside Festival Talladega. 256-362-3092. At The Throttle! See June 7 for details. Hank the Tank- Steam Days! See June 8 for details.
Monday, June 10 At The Throttle! See June 7 for details. Hank the Tank- Steam Days! See June 8 for details.
Tuesday, June 11
Opelika Farmer’s Market The Courthouse Square, Opelika. 2-5 p.m. www.opelikamainstreet.org. Imagine It! Atlanta’s Hands On Children’s Museum Target Free Second Tuesdays. Free tickets available 1-7 p.m., first come, first served as capacity allows. www. childrensmuseumatlanta.org. Summer Swing Concert Series Conner Lorre. Municipal Park, Opelika. Free. 7 p.m. 705-5560. 2013 Summer Movies for Kids presents Smurfs Carmike Theater, Auburn. 10 a.m. 501-0401. At The Throttle! See June 7 for details. Hank the Tank- Steam Days! See June 8 for details.
Wednesday, June 12 Infant Safety Class at Columbus Regional www.columbusregional.com. At The Throttle! See June 7 for details. Hank the Tank- Steam Days! See June 8 for details.
Thursday, June 13 The Market at Ag Heritage Park See May 24 for details.
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At The Throttle! See June 7 for details. Hank the Tank- Steam Days! See June 8 for details. Children’s Matinees presents The Lorax Capri Theatre, Montgomery. 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. www.capritheatre.org. 2013 Summer Movies for Kids presents Smurfs Wynnsong Cinemas, Auburn. 10am. $4 Movie Combo includes: kid’s tray with drink, popcorn, snack and admission.
Friday, June 14
7th Annual Summer Night and Downtown Art Walk Auburn. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Opportunity to shop, dine and enjoy the downtown atmosphere. Local artists will have their work on display and local musicians will entertain the public. www.auburnalabama.org/arts. State of Create ‘Precise Paper’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 1-2:30 p.m. Open to all students 7-12 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. Fantastic Fridays ‘Fiddlin Dan the Mountain Man’ Columbus Museum. 10 a.m. www.columbusmuseum.com. At The Throttle! See June 7 for details. Hank the Tank- Steam Days! See June 8 for details. Children’s Matinees presents The Lorax Capri Theatre, Montgomery. 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. www.capritheatre.org.
Saturday, June 15
Asian Heritage Day Zoo Atlanta. www.zooatlanta.org. Big Boy Toys Father’s Day Extravaganza Columbus Civic Center. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Outdoor Excitement, Children’s Water Play Area, Fabulous Food Trucks on Sale to Include the Trendy Atlanta Food Trucks! Hunting and fishing area, grappling area, drag boats, fitness area, vehicles and much more! www. columbusciviccenter.com. StART! ‘Go Fly a Kite’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 12:30-2 p.m. Open to all students 3-6 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. Market Days on Broadway Columbus, Ga. 9 a.m.-noon. Pick up locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, artwork, flowers, plants and handcrafted items! uptowncolumbusga.com. Wildlife Walks at Oxbow Meadows oxbow.columbusstate.edu/ Arty Pants ‘Go Fly A Kite’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 10-11:30 a.m. Open to all students k-2 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. French Colonial Weekend Ft. Toulouse-Ft. Jackson State Historical Site, Wetumpka. www.fttoulousejackson.org. Alabama Blueberry Festival Brewton. www.alabamablueberryfestival.com. Mainstreet Farmer’s Market See June 1 for details. At The Throttle! See June 7 for details. Hank the Tank- Steam Days! See June 8 for details.
Sunday, June 16
Father’s Day Father’s Day at the Montgomery Zoo 9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Free admission for dads! www.montgomeryzoo.com.
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Superhero Day at Fernbank Museum of Natural History Atlanta. www.fernbankmuseum.org. French Colonial Weekend See June 15 for details. At The Throttle! See June 7 for details. Hank the Tank- Steam Days! See June 8 for details.
Tuesday, June 18
Opelika Farmer’s Market The Courthouse Square, Opelika. 2-5 p.m. www.opelikamainstreet.org. Wildlife Explorers Preschool Program Oxbow Meadows. oxbow.columbusstate.edu/ Family Fishing Night Russ Pond, Ft. Benning. Free! 6-8 p.m. www.benningmwr.com/maps.php. Summer Swing Concert Series Route 66. Municipal Park, Opelika. Free. 7 p.m. 7055560. 2013 Summer Movies for Kids presents Hotel Transylvania Carmike Theater, Auburn. 10 a.m. 501-0401.
Wednesday, June 19 69th Annual Miss Georgia Pageant 2013 RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. www.ticketmaster.com. Radical Reptile Program Oxbow Meadows. oxbow.columbusstate.edu/
Thursday, June 20
69th Annual Miss Georgia Pageant 2013 RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. www.ticketmaster.com. The Package Tour: New Kids On the Block with Guests 98Degrees & Boyz II Men Philips Arena. Atlanta. www.ticketmaster.com. Children’s Matinees presents Puss In Boots Capri Theatre, Montgomery. 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. www.capritheatre.org. The Market at Ag Heritage Park See May 24 for details. 2013 Summer Movies for Kids presents Hotel Transylvania Wynnsong Cinemas, Auburn. 10am. $4 Movie Combo includes: kid’s tray with drink, popcorn, snack and admission.
Friday, June 21
Float-In Movie Samford Pool, Auburn. 8 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own floats and arrive early to find the perfect viewing spot in the pool. Please note: space is limited. Attendees will be admitted on a first come, first serve basis until we reach capacity. $2/person or FREE with 2013 Splash pass. 501-2930. Summer Outdoor Movie Series Duck Samford Park. Free Family Movie sponsored by Auburn Parks and Rec. 15 minutes prior to sunset (8:30 p.m.). 69th Annual Miss Georgia Pageant 2013 RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. www.ticketmaster.com. Radical Reptile Program Oxbow Meadows. oxbow.columbusstate.edu/ State of Create ‘Frosty in the Summertime’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 1-2:30 p.m. Open to all students 7-12 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. Fantastic Fridays ‘Barry Stewart Mann - Peace Pipes & Talking Leaves: Cherokee Leaders and Lore’ Columbus Museum. 10 a.m. columbusmuseum.com.
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Family Calendar QuiltFest 2013 Oak Mountain Middle School, Birmingham. www.bhamquilters.com. Alabama Sports Festival State Games XXXI Birmingham.www.alagames.com. Children’s Matinees presents Puss In Boots Capri Theatre, Montgomery. 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. www.capritheatre.org.
Saturday, June 22
69th Annual Miss Georgia Pageant 2013 RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. www.ticketmaster.com. 4th Annual Day in Clay Hosted by Dean Rd. Ceramic Studio. 1-4 p.m. One-day open house, we encourage the whole family to visit our fully-equipped studio, watch demonstrations by studio members, and enjoy refreshments. Visitors looking for hands-on experience may choose to work on an adult or kids project to create for just $10/person. 501-2944. 14th Annual Denim & Diamonds Concert featuring The Band Perry Columbus Civic Center. 8 p.m. Proceeds benefit Columbus Hospice and Hospice of Alabama. D.Taylor@ columbushospice.com. Sensory Sensitive Screenings Movie Monsters University. Carmike Ritz 13 on Whittlesey Blvd, Columbus, Ga. www.autismhopecenter.com. Arty Pants ‘Wax Poetic’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 10-11:30 a.m. Open to all students k-2 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. StART! ‘Wax Poetic’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 12:30-2 p.m. Open to all students 3-6 grades. Art Club sessions are
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free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. Market Days on Broadway Columbus, Ga. 9am-noon. Pick up locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, artwork, flowers, plants and handcrafted items! www.uptowncolumbusga.com. The Rock Ranch’s Sweet Corn Festival www.therockranch.com. Vizzini Farms Wine & Jazz Vizzini Farms Winery, Calera. 6-10 p.m. www.vizzinifarmswinery.com. Mainstreet Farmer’s Market See June 1 for details. QuiltFest 2013 See June 21 for details. Alabama Sports Festival State Games XXXI Birmingham.www.alagames.com.
Sunday, June 23
Alabama Sports Festival State Games XXXI Birmingham.www.alagames.com.
Tuesday, June 25
Opelika Farmer’s Market The Courthouse Square, Opelika. 2-5 p.m. www.opelikamainstreet.org. Cheerleading Fun Auburn Parks and Rec. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Ages 6-10 years. Learn basic techniques such as claps, jumps, cheers, and chants. $40. stevens.heather@gmail.com. Summer Swing Concert Series Crossroads. Municipal Park, Opelika. Free. 7 p.m. 7055560. 2013 Summer Movies for Kids presents Ice Age Continental Drift Carmike Theater, Auburn. 10 a.m. 501-0401.
Wednesday, June 26 Cheerleading Fun Auburn Parks and Rec. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Ages 6-10 years. Learn basic techniques such as claps, jumps, cheers, and chants. $40. stevens.heather@ gmail.com.
Thursday, June 27
Cheerleading Fun Auburn Parks and Rec. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Ages 6-10 years. Learn basic techniques such as claps, jumps, cheers, and chants. $40. stevens.heather@ gmail.com. Ft. Benning Golf Scramble Ft. Benning, Ga. 706-6871940. Children’s Matinees presents Cloudy With a Chance Of Meatballs Capri Theatre, Montgy. 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. www.capritheatre.org. The Market at Ag Heritage Park See May 24 for details. 2013 Summer Movies for Kids presents Ice Age
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Continental Drift Wynnsong Cinemas, Auburn. 10am. $4 Movie Combo includes: kid’s tray with drink, popcorn, snack and admission.
Friday, June 28
Friday Night Splash Samford Pool, Auburn. 6-8 p.m. Enjoy freestyle swim, games, a cookout, music, and much more! FREE admission with Splash Pass or $2/person. 501-2957. auburnalabama.org/pools. Bill Cosby Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center. Atlanta. www.ticketmaster.com. State of Create ‘Group Murals’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 1-2:30 p.m. Open to all students 7-12 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. Fantastic Fridays ‘Manga African Dance - Lokacin Wasa’ Columbus Museum. 10 a.m. www.columbusmuseum. com. 28th Annual Liberty Day Celebration Downtown Columbiana. www.cityofcolumbiana.com. Children’s Matinees presents Cloudy With a Chance Of Meatballs Capri Theatre, Montgomery. 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. www.capritheatre.org.
Saturday, June 29
Teen Scene Field Trip “Let’s Go Paddling” Join Auburn Parks and Recreation for a day of adventure while kayaking the Coosa River. The course is six miles long and consists of flat water with rapids. All paddlers must be able to swim and should wear appropriate clothing, sunscreen, and footwear that will stay on during a swim. Equipment will be provided. $36; preregister, 501-2946. The Amazing Honey Bee Forest Ecology Preserve, Auburn. 10-11:30 a.m. $2 members/$3 non-members. www.facebook.com/auburnpreserve. Joan Rivers Symphony Hall. Atlanta. www.ticketmaster.com. Market Days on Broadway Columbus, Ga. 9am-noon. Pick up locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, artwork, flowers, plants and handcrafted items! www.uptowncolumbusga.com. StART! ‘Frosty in the Summertime’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 12:30-2 p.m. Open to all students 3-6 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. Arty Pants ‘Color Shuffle’ Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. 10-11:30 a.m. Open to all students k-2 grades. Art Club sessions are free, but require preregistration. www.jcsm.auburn.edu. Young Eagles Day See May 25 for details. Celebrate America at The Rock Ranch www.therockranch.com. Independence Celebration! Ft. Benning, Ga. 3-11 p.m. 706-545-3328. Mainstreet Farmer’s Market See June 1 for details. 28th Annual Liberty Day Celebration Downtown Columbiana. www.cityofcolumbiana.com. Patriotic Concert and Movie in Downtown LaGrange www.downtownlagrange.com. Please send your calendar events to kendra @auburnopelikaparents.com by the 5th of the month. It’s FREE!
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Talking with Kids About Tragedy These days it seems like every time we turn around there is another tragedy. Something that seems senseless. Something that we, even as adults, have a hard time comprehending or understanding ourselves. When these events occur, it’s important to take some time to talk to our children about what’s happening. Why? Because they are going to hear about it. And your best explanation of a difficult situation is better than no explanation at all. Here are five tips to help get your conversation started: Consider their developmental level. Young children don’t necessarily need to know about every tragedy. They are happy and carefree, and we can and should keep them that way as long as possible. Preschoolers and kindergarteners can often be shielded from hearing about most situations. But school aged children are very likely to hear about tragedies from their peers, teachers, or the media, so as a parent it’s important to talk to your kids yourself. When you do talk to your children, use vocabulary and examples that are appropriate to their developmental level. Be honest. My thinking has always been that I would rather my children hear about something difficult from me than on the playground from one of their friends. If armed with accurate information from their parents, children are better able to process truth (and fiction) presented by their peers. I also want my children to know that I will not lie to them, even when the topic is scary. Stay calm and start with something like this: “Something happened that I wanted to talk with you about. I wanted to tell you about it so that you would know what was going on and could ask me any questions that you have. I may not have the answers, but it’s always important to me to be honest with you even about difficult things.” Reassure them. Kids need reassurance when hearing about difficult subjects. They have questions. Is anything going to change for me because of this? Can this happen to me? Reassure them the best that Visit www.AuburnOpelikaParents.com
you can using truthful answers that fit your child and your personal situation. Children are resilient and much more likely to process the event and move forward if they are reassured. Limit television viewing. One of the best things you can do for your child is to limit television news related to tragedies. Television news can be pretty scary and graphic, and you have no control over what’s being shown to your children. As you know, once they see something on television it can’t be unseen. On the other hand, if there is a newspaper article or internet post you think would be suitable to share with your child then take some time to read it with them and then talk about it. Decide how you can help. When kids learn about a tragedy, they naturally want to do something to make it better. There are
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always adult helpers on the front lines, but kids want to contribute too. Ask your kids what they would like to do and guide them based on their age and developmental level. Some ideas include: praying for the victims and their families, making a donation, or sending a letter or picture. Sadly, we can’t change what has already happened. But we can and should help however we are able. Dr. Polly Dunn received her Ph.D. from Auburn University in 1999. She is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and currently serves as the Director of the Auburn University Psychological Services Center, a position she has held for over ten years. Dr. Dunn is also the founder of www.ChildPsychMom.com where she blogs about what works and what doesn’t in her hectic life as a child psychologist, wife, and mom of four.
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The Great Gatsby
Star Trek Into Darkness
MPAA Rating: PG-13 Overall: C+ Violence: C Sexual Content: C Language: B Alcohol / Drug Use: CThe MPAA has rated The Great Gatsby PG-13 for some violent images, sexual content, smoking, partying and brief language. The 1920s are roaring and Nick Carraway’s (Tobey Maguire) aspirations to become a famous writer are fading as he is lured into the much more lucrative business of stock brokering. But his job is secondary to the location of the small home he has recently rented on the Long Island shore because next door is the towering estate of Jay Gatsby (Leonardo DiCaprio). Despite the many garish parties he throws, Gatsby is an elusive host. The house fills with invited and uninvited guests across all social classes, yet no one really knows what the moneyed legend looks like or, even more mysterious, the roots of his fortune. When Nick receives a rare personal request to attend one of the events, he is flattered with Gatsby’s effort to get to know him. After realizing they both served in the same division during the war the two become fast friends. Soon Nick is pulled into Gatsby’s world and discovers the motivating factor for not only the proffered friendship but the man’s entire existence: Gatsby wants Nick’s help to rekindle his former romance with Nick’s cousin Daisy (Carey Mulligan). Prior to Gatsby’s appeal, Nick had begun on his own initiative to be reacquainted with Daisy who, not coincidently, lives in a mansion directly across the bay with her rich lout of a husband Tom (Joel Edgerton). It’s immediately obvious the marriage is strained. This is later confirmed when Tom invites Nick to a private rendezvous at a Manhattan flat with some other women -- including Myrtle (Isla Fisher), his mistress. With the knowledge of the man’s infidelity, Nick’s concerns about introducing his married cousin to Gatsby soften. Yet the rather wide-eyed, innocent broker has no idea what his interference is about to reveal. For families with older teens, many who may be reading The Great Gatsby in school, the film’s stylish visuals and engaging presentation might encourage deeper critical thinking despite the content issues. There is an obvious bias favoring those who are not from the wealthy establishment, yet in this interpretation one also senses an insatiable excitement for the modern urban world and its many (often sordid) opportunities. But unless you are willing to dig below the surface, you may mistake this near-century old tale as being yet another film about rich people having big parties.
MPAA Rating: PG-13 Time: 132 min. Overall: BViolence: CSexual Content: C+ Language: C+ Alcohol / Drug Use: C+ The MPAA has rated Star Trek Into Darkness PG-13 for intense sequences of sci-fi fiction and violence. While diehard fans will likely be thrilled with J.J. Abrams continuing story of the young Enterprise crew and their archenemies, the rest of us either have to do our homework before buying tickets or be content to be left out of the inside jokes and direct plot lines beamed up from previous movies or episodes. It’s apparent Abrams intends to play homage to the original franchise. The movie opens with James Kirk (Chris Pine) and Dr. Leonard ‘Bones’ McCoy (Karl Urban) bolting through a red landscape that seems to be taken straight from the old television series that starred William Shatner as the headstrong Captain. The two men are fleeing from an army of white-faced, spear-throwing natives. Staying just ahead of the angry mob, Kirk squabbles over his communicator with Spock (Zachary Quinto) who is censuring him for breaking the Prime Directive. (Starfleet’s General Order states there can be no meddling with alien civilizations.) Meanwhile Spock seems to be committing his own violation of the Prime Directive by interfering with the natural course of events. He has jumped into the belly of a bubbling volcano armed with a detonator designed to stop the volcano from erupting and annihilating the entire population. Kirk’s lifelong attraction to a variety of female sexual partners is also established early in this film when he is caught in bed with not one but two human-like characters. But all the bedroom activity comes to a halt when Kirk and Spock are summoned to a meeting with Commander Pike (Bruce Greenwood) where they get to explain their differing reports on their recent mission. For the two young officers the resulting discipline is short-lived however when the Federation’s chief officers come under a gunfire attack in their own headquarters. When the culprit’s (Benedict Cumberbatch) hiding location is revealed, Kirk volunteers to take his crew and hunt down the criminal. Meshing together a mixed bag of plotlines that include Spock and Uhura’s (Zoe Saldana) romance, Kirk and Spock’s bromance and the introduction of a new bad guy who threatens the safety of Earth makes for a complicated plot. But although the film is bloated with the kind of high-tech special effects expected in this fictional, futuristic world, the script maintains a steady pace of action and enough humorous quips to hold most viewers’ attention for the ride.
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Violence: A character is shot in the back (some blood is shown). A character puts a gun in his mouth and commits suicide -- the actual shot is not seen. A man slaps a woman causing injury. Two men begin fighting, but one backs off. A character is killed after being hit by a car. Sexual Content: Adulterous sexual relationships are implied and depicted in various scenes, but without explicit detail. Sounds of sexual activity are clearly heard in one scene. Other scenes depict brief sexual activity with bare backs and shoulders. Women are seen at drunken parties in period underwear and scanty costumes, implying sexual activity was part of the event. Language: Two mild profanities as well as racial slurs and remarks are heard. Drugs/Alcohol: Many characters engage in frequent drinking. Drunken people engage in altercations, sexual activity and driving automobiles. Frequent smoking of cigarettes and cigars is seen.
What Parents need to know about Star Trek Into Darkness...
Violence: The film contains frequent depictions of non-graphic violence, explosions and gunfire exchanges along with portrayals of peril for numerous characters. Characters are shot, beaten and killed after being sucked out of their ship into space. Numerous officers are killed when a bomb is set off in an underground facility. Officers are gunned down. A man with bloody injuries dies. A man’s head is crushed. Characters are brutally punched and kicked. Sexual Content: A woman is seen in her underwear. A man is in bed with two women. Brief kissing (one involving alien tongues) and embracing are shown. Some mild sexual innuendo is included. Language: The scripts includes nearly four dozen mild and some moderate profanities along with the limited use of slurs and some terms of deity. Auburn-Opelika Parents I June 2013
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