Staten Island Parent Magazine July 2015

JULY 2015

SOLUTIONS FOR EVERYDAY PARENTING

SCHOOL’S OUT! Get ready for next year with our

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OH, DEER! The Truth About

Ticks & Lyme Disease

POTTY TRAINED In Time for School

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FEAR OF THE DARK?

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COVER STORY Fear of the Dark: Rite of Passage or Destructive Emotion?

Everyone has fears, and fear of the dark is often one of the first struggles we need to help our children overcome. How parents guide their children through this difficult stage can affect the way they learn to face other challenges.

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26 Ask the Doctor

24 Oh, Deer!

The increased deer population on Staten Island brings hightened risks for tick bites

by Dr. Nirmala Vadde, RUMC

30 Good Sports

by Joe LoVerde

28 Peanut Allergies Facts and myths of this common allergy

44 Dear Teacher

Plan how you can make the morning rush go smoothly next year

50 Life is Grand

by Marianna Randazzo

58 Get on the Potty Train Summer is a popular time to reach this milestone

60 Teach Your Child to Be Safe Around Dogs

54 Growing Up Online

by Carolyn Jabs

62 Gigi’s World

by Gigi & Gina LaGuardia-Schrecker

Prepare your children for a safer encounter

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35 Back To School Directory 52 OMG! I’m a Mom 79 Birthday Club

16 Community & School News 52 Birth Announcements 64 Family Calendar

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staten island summertime Fun Summer is here! And there’s so much to do, you won’t know where to start first. The Borough President is hosting his annual Back to the Beach celebration on July 11th and 12th , a whole weekend of games, vendors, prizes, food, and fun. The Summer Sunset Concert series kicks off on Thursday, June 2nd at Conference House Park. And Boardwalk Days on South Beach are here again! Catch a free fireworks show every Wednesday on the boardwalk, as well as free concerts on Sundays from 4-8pm. The Regal Movie Express is offering $1 movies on select days throughout July and August at the United Artist Theater on Forest Avenue. The summer fun is endless! Go to siparent.com/summer to find up-to-date events and activities all summer long.

4th of July travis Parade The annual Fourth of July Travis Parade is celebrating its 105th year this July! The parade, which is one of the longest running Independence Day parades in the country, has announced Navy Veteran George Everett as this year’s Grand Marshal. The ceremony kicks off at noon in front of P.S. 26 at 4108 Victory Blvd. between Wild and Melvin Avenues.

All access roads into Travis will be closed off by 11:30am and parking will be available at Showplace Entertainment Center.

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The Ultimate Guide to Walking Safely in New York City is a new website designed to help pedestrians feel safer when walking in their neighborhood. Broken out by borough, the site is filled with helpful statistics and information, such as the ten worst intersections, the most dangerous time of day for walking, and the total number of collisions in a three-month period per borough. You’ll be happy to know that Staten Island is the safest NYC borough for pedestrians, with far fewer accidents than the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, or Queens. Link to the Ultimate Guide to Walking Safely in New York City at siparent.com.

nYC schools Account Parents now have a new and easy way to access important information about their children’s progress in school. The NYC Schools Account allows parents to view their child’s attendance, report card grades, and other information in one of ten languages right from any internet-ready device (such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet). By the end of the summer, test grades and schedules will be available as well. To create an account, schedule an appointment with your child’s school. Link to siparent.com for more information.

Heimlich Heroes Did you know that choking is the fifth leading cause of accidental death in the United States? Heimlich Heroes is an online program that teaches kids as young as seven years old how to become a hero by performing the Heimlich maneuver to save a life. They will also learn

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Available materials including two dolls, Hank and Heidi, to be used for hands-on training, as well as certificates of completion, instructional DVD’s, and more. Learn more at siparent.com.

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When those miserable midsummer heat waves hit, it’s not only uncomfortable to be without air conditioning – it’s also dangerous. HEAP is a federally-funded program that issues cooling benefits to seniors and eligible residents by providing and installing an air conditioner in homes for those in need. “With summer upon us, it is important that every resident is able to adequately cool their home,” said Assemblyman Michael Cusick. “Seniors on fixed incomes and working families struggling to make ends meet do not have to choose between keeping their homes comfortable and putting food on the table. Many individuals and seniors with respiratory illness are vulnerable to heat and humidity.”

You may apply for the HEAP Cooling Assistance Program by calling the NYS HEAP Hotline at 1-800342-3009 or 212- 331-3150. Visit siparent.com for a link to eligibility requirements.

I.S.51’s March of Dimes Super Stars Congratulations to the students of I.S. 51, the top fundraising school in the country for the March of Dimes March for Babies for the fourth year in a row. Wow! The sixth and seventh grade students, who collectively raised over $12,000 for the charity, were honored at Borough Hall recently

by Borough President James Oddo for their impressive fundraising efforts. One student, Chris Evans, managed to raise $1,000 entirely on his own. Some of the students mentioned that they were born prematurely, which is what led to their interest in the charity. The March of Dimes March for Babies event is held annually in April at the Staten Island Mall.

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The lunch table’s not just for sandwiches and gossip anymore. Talented student artists of two Staten Island middle schools recently transformed lunchroom tables into beautiful and meaningful works of art addressing major social issues in their communities as part of the LeAp (Learning Through an Expanded Arts Program) Public Art Exhibition.

The students then presented their original largescale public artworks in two Staten Island parks, which will remain on display through August.

Students from P.S./I.S. 25 presented their Healthy Living-themed project at the Snug Harbor Cultural Center on June 11th, while students from I.S.61 presented their Child Neglect-themed project at Silver Lake Park on the same day.

The schools are two of ten participating schools that have created public artworks comprising the largest student art exhibition in the history of NYC parks as well as the first to span the five boroughs. The exhibition, “A View From The Lunchroom; Students Bringing Issues To The Table,” is said to empower young people to have a voice in their communities and to express themselves on important issues. School lunchroom tables were chosen as a canvas for the project because they are a symbol of student ideas and conversations.

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The next time you pass by the New World Preparatory Charter school, be sure to stop and admire the new artwork surrounding the school.

The school teamed up with artist Lina Montoya to create a meaningful work of art that reflects the

Richmondtown Soccer Club is growing stronger every year.

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The Department of Environmental Conservation is offering free, guided workshops for schools, camps, and groups. The one-hour programs are offered anywhere in the five boroughs, provided there is enough available space for the activity. Kids in pre-K through 12th grade will be led by DEC staff in an engaging session of nature exploration and appreciation, both indoors and outdoors. The programs offered vary by age group, and feature themes like Native Plants and Pollinators, Camping Adventures, Habitat Hunt, Nature in my Neighborhood, amongst others. Free workshops are available to educators as well. If you are interested in registering for one of these programs, you can contact the DEC at 718-482-6404 or r2ed@dec.ny.gov.

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>>> OH, DEER!

s more deer are calling Staten Island home and bringing with them an increase of deer tick, many residents are feeling a bit “ticked-off!”

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It’s good to know that not all ticks are infected with the bacteria that causes Lyme disease, and your risk is reduced if the tick is removed within the first 36 hours after attachment.

Additionally, early treatment of Lyme disease with antibiotics almost always results in a full cure.

However, early detection is the key, as the chances of a complete cure decrease if treatment is delayed.

Ticks cannot jump or fly. They can only crawl, getting on to humans and animals through direct contact, after which they climb upward.

Prevention is the best course of action. With diligence and careful planning, you can still enjoy the summer outdoors with your family.

VISIT SIPARENT.COM FOR INFORMATION ON TICKS AND KEEPING YOUR FAMILY SAFE, INCLUDING

CREATING A TICK-FREE ZONE AROUND YOUR HOME, TIPS FOR PREGNANT WOMEN AND FAMILY PETS.

PREVENTION IS THE BEST METHOD FOR AVOIDING TICK-BORNE DISEASES.

It is best to avoid tick-infested areas and contact with lawn and gardens, tall grass, brush and shrubs, especially at the edges of woods and around old stone walls.

Wear tightly-woven, light colored clothing to spot ticks more easily.

Tuck pant legs into socks or boots and tuck shirts into pants when you are out in grassy areas. Wear closed shoes outside.

Don’t leave long hair loose.

Visually check clothes and exposed skin frequently when outdoors and again when you are back indoors.

Watch the site of the bite for the appearance of a rash 3 to 30 days after the bite. The rash will usually be at least 2 inches in diameter initially and will gradually expand to several inches in size. Rashes smaller than the size of a quarter are usually a reaction to the bite itself and do not mean you have Lyme disease.

Infected people may experience chills and fever, headache, fatigue, stiff neck, muscle and/or joint pain, and swollen glands. If left untreated, more severe symptoms may occur, affecting the skin, nervous system, heart and/or joints. If you develop this type of rash or flu-like symptoms, contact your health care provider immediately.

Important Don’ts

If a tick is found on the body, it is critical to remove it immediately.

Using tweezers, grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible and pull the tick in a steady, upward motion. Wash the area with a disinfectant.

DON’T touch the tick with your bare hands or attempt to use your fingers to remove the tick.

DON’T squeeze the body of the tick as this may increase your risk of infection.

DON’T put alcohol, nail polish remover or Vaseline on the tick.

DON’T put a hot match or cigarette on the tick in an effort to make it "back out."

While removing a tick, if the tick's mouthparts break off and remain in your skin, don't worry. The mouthparts cannot transmit Lyme disease, because the infective body of the tick is no longer attached.The mouthparts can be left alone. They will dry up and fall out by themselves, or you can remove them as you would a splinter.

These methods do not work and only increase the likelihood the tick will transmit Lyme disease to you. Applying alcohol, nail polish remover, or a hot match can irritate a tick and cause it to regurgitate its gut contents into your skin. The gut contents of a tick can contain the Lyme disease-causing bacterium.

Bathe or shower as soon as possible after coming indoors (preferably within two hours) to wash off and find ticks on your body.

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How Do I Keep My Children Healthy While Traveling?

When your family travels, it can take time to adjust to the food, water, and air in a new environment. And kids can be especially vulnerable to travel-related problems such as jet lag, motion sickness, diarrhea, and ear discomfort. Early planning and smart packing can help you keep the trip healthy for everybody.

If you're heading overseas, start preparing in advance. It's important to find out what vaccinations your kids (and even you) might need because: • Different countries have different risks and requirements and may require specific vaccines.

• Some vaccines require more than one dose and are given in a series over a period of days or sometimes weeks.

• Top priority vaccinations include: measles, polio and influenza.

Jet Lag: When you fly across time zones, it can take time for your internal body clock to catch up with the local time. In addition to tiredness, jet lag can also cause an upset stomach and even insomnia.

Here are some tips for dealing with jet lag: • Try to adjust your family's sleep schedules 2-3 days before departure.

• Get plenty of rest before your trip. If possible, sleep on the flight.

• Dehydration contributes to the side effects of jet lag so make sure everyone drinks plenty of water during the flight.

• On a long flight, try to stretch regularly and even walk up and down the aisles when they're clear and it's OK to do so.

• After arrival, encourage kids to be active outside or in brightly lit areas during daylight hours.

• Try to follow local time at your destination (for example, try to keep kids awake until their usual bedtime).

Ear Pain: It is common for kids to experience ear discomfort during a plane's takeoff and descent. This is caused by pressure in the middle ear as it tries to keep up with the rapidly changing air pressure. Encourage kids to swallow, yawn, or, if they're old enough, chew gum, take sips of fluid, or suck on a lollipop. It may help infants to nurse or suck on a bottle. Your doctor may suggest not flying if your child has an ear infection or a lot of fluid behind the eardrum. Children who have had ear tubes placed should do fine.

Motion Sickness: Travel (or motion) sickness is caused by a conflict between the eye and ear: The inner ears detect movement, but the eyes — focused within a car or other vehicle — do not. These mixed signals coming into the brain can cause nausea, dizziness, vomiting, paleness, and cold sweats.

Some ways to help combat travel sickness: • Before you leave, have kids eat a light meal or snack, as motion sickness seems worse on an empty stomach. Provide foods that are easily digested, such as complex carbohydrates, and avoid fatty foods.

• Try to avoid eating during short trips. For longer trips, sip drinks and eat light, snacks or small meals.

• If your child is feeling sick, provide bland food options, like crackers.

• Encourage kids to look outside the car, rather than inside. They should focus on still objects — not moving ones (like other cars) — or a distant point.

• Keep the window open a little to allow fresh air to circulate.

• Use a headrest to minimize head movement.

• If possible, make frequent stops at places like a rest stop or park. If your child complains of feeling sick and it's safe to stop, a short walk for some fresh air might help.

• You can also ask your doctor about medicines to prevent travel sickness.

Diarrhea: Diarrhea and other stomach distress, which can be common during travel, are often caused by bacteria or other germs entering the digestive tract, usually from contaminated food or water. Diarrhea is especially a problem for young kids and infants, who can become dehydrated more quickly than adults.

Take precautions to ensure the water is safe by using only purified water for drinking, making ice cubes, brushing teeth, and mixing infant formula and foods. If you use tap water, boil it first or purify it with an iodine tablet.

Other ways to prevent diarrhea and GI distress: • If you're breastfeeding your infant, continue to do so.

• Remind kids to practice the good hand-washing techniques used at home.

• Keep pacifiers, teething rings, and toys clean.

• Keep an alcohol-based hand sanitizer handy.

• Make sure all dairy products are pasteurized.

• Fresh fruits and vegetables should be adequately cooked or washed well and peeled.

• Meats and fish should be well cooked and eaten just after preparation.

Be Prepared: When you pack, include any medications you and your family use regularly because they may be hard to find at your destination.

Don't forget inhalers, allergy medication, and insulin, if needed.

Other items you might want to pack: • Bandaids of different sizes, alcohol swabs, thermometer, skin tape, ace bandage.

• Fever/pain reducing medicines such as acetaminophen, antibiotic cream for skin infections, as well as Benadryl and Epipen if a child has severe allergies. Always check with your doctor for specific instructions on use and when to seek medical help.

• An oral rehydrating solution such as Pedialyte. (If you want to make your own, a simple recipe with only 3 ingredients is available at rehydrate.org/solutions.)

• Sunscreen.

• Insect repellent.

• Waterless alcohol-based hand rubs for when soap and clean water aren't available.

Before you leave, consider asking your doctor for other information about how to protect your family from illness and injury during travel. Doing a little planning in advance can help ensure that when the time comes, all you'll have left to do is relax and enjoy your vacation!

Nirmala Vadde, M.D., is Chief of Pediatric Ambulatory Care at Richmond University Medical Center. For more information visit the health library, which offers articles, quizzes, videos and more at www.RUMCSI.org/health.

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arents and children who grew up around peanut and tree nut allergies are quite familiar with what triggers allergic reactions associated with such foods, and the side effects of consuming these foods. But those who are less experienced with food allergies may not know what to expect. In an effort to protect youngsters, schools have begun to crack down on foods that tend to cause allergic reactions, often placing restrictions on what children can bring in for lunches or snacks.

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According to the Mayo Clinic, being allergic to nuts is a common food allergy, especially among children. Many people who are allergic to peanuts are also allergic to other tree nuts, including walnuts, almonds and pecans.

As with any allergen, reactions vary from person to person. Some may experience mild symptoms, such as THE NUMBER OF CHILDREN WITH PEANUT ALLERGIES light rashes or swelling, while others HAS GROWN CONSIDERABLY IN THE LAST 10-15 YEARS. may have severe reactions, including People who have a contact allergy to peanuts can have a reaction by anaphylactic shock, which is characterized by shortness of breath, a severe touching peanuts with their skin. A rash may occur, but a very dangerous drop in blood pressure, constriction of airways, and potential heart failure. reaction is not likely unless the peanuts then enter the mouth or come into According to Spire Health Partners, more than 3 million people in the contact with the nose or eyes. For example, touching a table surface with United States have a nut allergy, and one-third of them will suffer from a peanut butter on it and then rubbing their eyes. severe symptom if they ingest nuts.

A peanut allergy occurs when your body mistakenly identifies peanut proteins as something that can be harmful. Just as your body might fight a cold, it releases chemicals from the immune system to fight off the peanut invader.

The number of kids with peanut allergies has been increasing over the last 10-15 years, doubling in the last half-decade alone. It isn't known why some people are prone to nut allergies while others are not. However, Michael C. Young, M.D., Assistant Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and a practicing pediatrician at Children's Hospital, theorizes that better hygiene may play a role, suggesting that because children have fewer infections (due to improved hygiene and routine immunizations), their immune systems are more likely to target other things, such as foods and environmental factors, resulting in allergies.

Peanut allergies tend to be lifelong and can be dangerous, with approximately 20 percent of children outgrowing their peanut allergies eventually. It is a good idea to have a child retested as they get older to gauge if there have been any changes in the status of the peanut allergy.

When dealing with peanut allergies, it is important to separate myths from facts. Direct contact is the most common cause of a reaction. This results from eating peanuts or foods that contain peanuts. Cross-contamination, which occurs when peanuts unintentionally come into contact with other foods, is another common cause.’

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An allergic reaction can occur from inhalation of peanut dust, such as peanut flour or ground shells during processing. Aerosol cooking sprays that contain peanut oil also can produce a reaction.

Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York found that peanut proteins could be detected in some people's saliva after eating peanuts. A kiss could transfer some of the peanut allergens to another person, as can a lick from a dog who has eaten a product containing peanut.

Sometimes an allergy is not really an allergy, but rather an intolerance to a certain food. A food intolerance does not involve the immune system.

A person with a food intolerance can eat small amounts of the food with only mild symptoms, such as indigestion, rather than a severe reaction with a true allergy.

While being diligent in reading food labels and asking what ingredients are in prepared foods at restaurants is key for people with peanut allergies, so is avoiding skin contact. This means washing areas where peanuts or peanut butter may have been and ensuring other children wash up after eating. Hand sanitizers and baby wipes do not effectively remove peanut proteins. Commercial products such as Lysol Sanitizing Wipes and Formula 409 do a good job on surfaces, but are too harsh to use on children’s skin.

Good old-fashioned soap and water is the best way to go.

Peanut allergies are foremost on the minds of parents and educators.

Understanding what is involved in a peanut allergy can help everyone make informed decisions about protecting youngsters.

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Advice from the Heart Curtis High School’s Miles Kirkland-Thomas wasn’t the first Staten Island football player to tragically die on an athletic field after collapsing at practice last September. But folks from the Protecting One Young Heart At A Time Foundation are trying to make sure a similar hardship doesn’t befall any of our young athletes in the future.

In fact, they’ve probably already done so.

The group, established in memory of Frank J. Reali III, who died of a massive heart attack in April 2007 at age 36, has set out to provide funds for echocardiograms and other heart baseline testing for the Island’s high school-aged athletes, or those about to enter high school.

“While it may be impossible to avoid all tragedies that strike young athletes, I believe this program, in addition to a normal medical clearance, will provide an additional element of monitoring,” said Daniel J. Messina, the chief executive officer of Richmond University Medical Center, which along with Staten Island University Hospital is working with the foundation to provide the testing.

Frank and Fran Reali, the parents of the foundation’s namesake and its founders, are hopeful that the tests will prevent athletes from taking the field with heart conditions not discovered during routine physical exams, especially with high school football practices about to get into full swing.

“We are currently working with Richmond University Medical Center and Staten Island University Hospital to reach out to all of the schools to set dates for heart testing,” Fran Reali said.

According to Fran, more than 1,400 students have been tested free of charge thanks to the foundation. Of that number, she said, roughly 12 percent have been found to have some kind of heart anomaly — a murmur, the need to make a dietary change, and even some who needed surgery.

Fran knows of about 15 who have undergone surgery due to heart problems discovered in the testing. “There was one young lady who doctors said, if she waited a week longer, wouldn’t be alive,” she said.

To date, St. Teresa's, St. Peter's, Monsignor Farrell, and Staten Island Academy have participated in testing, as has the Staten Island Saints travel softball team. “Countless others have been tested by their own physicians just through the awareness program and outreach we have done,” she said.

Reali would like to see even more young people get screened. That’s why they will once again be raising money to support the program at the seventh annual Heart of a Champion Dinner on Oct. 19 at LiGreci’s Staaten.

They also raise funds at their annual golf outing each spring.

“The funds go to purchasing echocardiogram machines and then we get volunteers from each hospital along with the technicians and pediatric cardiologists who come to the school with the purchased equipment and begin the testing,” Fran explained. “The children being tested first have to get a consent form signed by their parent and the day is selected by the principal or student coordinator for us to come to the school. The information that is read at the testing is shared with the parent, principal, and primary care physician for follow up if necessary.“ Miles Kirkland-Thomas died of a condition known as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, according to the city medical examiner’s office.

The condition causes the heart muscle to become thick, making it harder for the blood to leave the heart.

It’s not clear whether or not his condition would have been discovered in tests, but Fran Reali is urging parents of young athletes to take advantage of the program.

“Parents (of players on school teams) need to reach out en masse to the principal of their school and say they want our foundation to make arrangements to have their football, basketball, baseball and softball teams, cheerleaders — all teams — be tested,” she said.

She also urged parents to go to the foundation’s Facebook page at Facebook.com/ProtectingOneYoungHeartAtATi me or a link to it at siparent.com. “Like our page, and let us know if you're willing to support the program either by volunteering or joining us at our dinner,” she said.

Fran also said parents can invite her to speak at a PTA meetings, parent organization events, and other venues.

“The mission of this foundation is to save parents the grief of a loss of a child due to sudden cardiac death,” she said. “And we are certainly living up to that mission.”

Messina, a pitcher on the New Dorp High School baseball team in the early 1970s, said the Island should be thankful for people like the Realis. “I’m honored to work with Fran Reali, who has committed unlimited energy to this cause of saving young lives,” Messina said. “I would continue to encourage all Staten Island schools and sports programs to seek out her assistance.”

Joe LoVerde has been coaching youth sports on Staten Island for nearly 40 years. He’s also a longtime newspaper editor and sportswriter.

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t feels as though school just let out for the summer, but we all know how summer flies by in the blink of an eye! In no time, we will find ourselves wondering where the time went. It's never too early to prepare for the next school year. The S.I. Parent 2015 Back to School Directory begins on page 35 and is available online at SIParent.com.

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In these lazy, hazy days of summer with plenty of time to think, plan, and organize (yeah, right!), consider how you can make the transition back to school smooth in the fall.

School day mornings can be hectic for any family, and working parents may find additional stress getting out the door on schedule. Fortunately, parents can employ several strategies to free up time in the morning so everyone starts their days off in a more relaxing atmosphere. · Wake up earlier. Sleep is a precious commodity, but waking up just a few minutes earlier can remove some stress without costing you a lot of sack time. Let kids sleep and use your extra 10 or 15 minutes to shower or enjoy a cup of coffee before the house is abuzz with activity.

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· Tackle certain chores the night before. Prepare school lunches, lay clothes out for yourself and your children, and make sure kids have their backpacks packed and ready to go before they go to bed. Each of these things may only take a few minutes, but when left for the morning, they can add up to a substantial amount of time. · Encourage kids to pick up the pace. Some people are morning people, others dread setting their alarms for early morning hours. Kids who fall into the latter group may drag their feet in the morning, but parents should offer encouragement when kids are moving slowly. Allowing your frustration to show may only make kids less fond of mornings, so remind them nicely that everyone has a schedule to stick to if they seem to be dragging their feet. · Keep the television off. If watching television is ingrained in your morning routine, try going a few days without it to see if this makes it easier to get out on time.

Kids might grow distracted by morning cartoons, and even adults may get caught up in morning news shows or forecasts. Eliminating TV from your morning routine also may help your family grow closer, with more distractionfree time to speak to one another. In addition, resist the urge to turn on your devices or scan work emails when getting ready in the morning.

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BACK TO SCHOOL DIRECTORY 4 Angels Day Care, Inc. 245 Simonson Avenue • 10303 917.821.5048 Email: my4angelsdaycareinc@msn.com www.4angelsdaycareinc.com

Programs: M-F 7am-7pm. 6 wks-12 yrs. Cert. teachers. Spanish/ English vouchers accepted. Free UPK 4 yrs old.

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Alphabet Academy 65 Foster Road • 10309 718.701.1720 Email: info@alphabetacademysi.com www.alphabetacademysi.com

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Preschool and early learning center offering 2 year old, 3 year old, pre-k and afterschool programs. Full and part time options available.

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Curriculum focuses on exploration, creativity, language and problem solving. Music Together, dance, yoga, sports, cooking and gymnastics.

Ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, acro, lyrical, creative movement.

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Art Lab – The School of Fine & Applied Arts in Snug Harbor 1000 Richmond Terrace • 10301 718.447.8667 Email: info@artlabsi.org www.artlabsi.org

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Programs: Year round classes. Ages 3-adult, summer camp, ages 3-12, 'Art at the Park' at Conference House Park, Summer Studio Scholarship Program for ages 13adult & Gallery & community art events.

Activities: Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Stained Glass, Mosaics, Photography and more as well as Portfolio Assistance.

Art Lab is a valued member of NY's arts & educational community and has continued to be a vital part of the cultural life of Staten Island for 40 years and counting.

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Programs: M-F. 6:30am-6:30pm. 6wks-12 yrs old. Meals included.

Low tuition. Spanish speaking teacher. Free full day UPK for children born in 2011. Afterschool program drop off and pick up PS 54, PS 60, PS 58 & PS 69.

Activities: Children learn through arts and crafts, stories, songs and hands-on projects. Music, indoor and outdoor playgrounds. Big Bird’s is a happy place to learn & play.

Activities: Preparation for group environment, daycare or kindergarten. Development of independence, concentration & social skills. Challenging academic curriculum,hands on approach to learning, Montessori methodology.

Brienza’s Academic Advantage 259 Rose Avenue • 10306 718.232.0114 Email: info@brienzas.com www.brienzas.com

Programs: Tutoring all subjects grades K-12. Test prep for ELA/ Math State Exams, TACHS, SHSAT, PSAT, SAT & Regents exams. SETSS (P4) services to qualified students.

Activities: Curriculum aligned to NYS Common CORE standards taught by certified teachers. Our programs enable students to reach their full potential.

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On the grounds of Snug Harbor Cultural Center 1000 Richmond Terrac, Building G, 3rd Floor • 10301 718.442.6112 E-mail: childharborms@aol.com www.childrensharbormontessori.com

Programs: Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary Grades 1–5. Half & full day, split week, early and afterschool programs.

Activities: Art, Music, Spanish, Multi-Cultural Studies, Yoga, Gym. The journey of a lifetime begins with Building Blocks.

Programs: Toddler and Pre Primary Programs ages 2-6 including Kindergarten & UPK. Half & Full Day options. Extended hrs. Newly renovated location.

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Programs: Thurs 4-6pm & Sun 9am-12pm. Model Kabbalat Shabbat, holiday celebrations, High Holiday Jr. Cong., Purim Spiel, model Seder, student led services, Mitzvah & Tzedakah projects, Torah instruction, prayers, Jewish history lessons, Bar/Bat Mitzvah instruction.

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Programs: Private music lessons taught by professional musicians. Piano, voice, guitar, violin, cello, all woodwind and brass. Early childhood music. Ensembles and chamber groups. Workshops for public schools.

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Activities: Individualized Montessori Curriculum. Arts-integrated classrooms. Art, Music, Yoga, computers, educational on site and off site trips.

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Programs: Infant 2-23 months, Toddlers 2-2.8 years, Preschool 2.9-4 yrs, Free Full Day UPK provider, Summer Day Camp.

Students also take musicianship and theory class.

They may participate in recitals held monthly.

Eltingville Lutheran School 300 Genesee Avenue • 10312 See our ad 718.356.7811 on page 37 Email: elselc@yahoo.com www.eltingvillelutheranschool.org

Programs: Pre-K programs for 3 and 4 yr olds. Flexible schedule.

Kindergarten-8. Afterschool available.

Activities: Smartboards, iPads, Laptops, Spanish, Robotics, Band, CYO Sports, Drama Club.

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Chanukah Fair, Trips, Music, Hebrew lessons, crafts, baking, youth groups, lunch & game day, talent show & more. Open house: Sunday, Sept. 20 from 10am-12pm.

Curriculum based upon children’s interest, their questions and experiences. Art, music, science, math, computer & outdoor play daily. Serving SI since 1974.

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Programs: 2.5-adult. Jazz, tap, ballet, lyrical, hip hop, acro, contemporary, open stretch, cheer, funk.

Children and adults are serviced individually and/or in groups in full time private practice. CPSE & RSA’s & some insurances accepted, sliding scale availabilty.

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Recreational and competitive dance classes.

Private lessons and birthday parties available.

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The Healthy Brain Network is a community health program for youth ages 5-21. Participation includes mental and physical health evaluations, along with treatment recommendations and local referrals.

Flexible appointment schedule available, including evenings and weekends. All participants will be compensated for their time.

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Programs: Half & Full Day Special Education Classes, Evaluations, Related Services, Special Education Itinerant Teacher services (SEIT), Handwriting programs and Pre-literacy programs.

Activities: NYS Certified Professionals, Indoor Gym, Outdoor Playground and Bicycle Track, Computers, Kinderdance.

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Individual speech & language evaluations for children & adults. Individual and/or group sessions for speech & language therapy, accent reduction & public speaking enhancement training. Available for lecturing, speech screening programs school based & workshops.

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40 Merrill Avenue • 10314 718.370.7529 Email: cap@childrenatplayeic.org

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Programs:

2221 Richmond Avenue • 10314 718.761.6060 Preschool ages 2 & 3 Full & Half days; Free Full Day "Pre-K For All " for 4 year olds. Extended Hrs 6:45am-7pm

Activities: Activities include indoor gym, outdoor play, computers, trips and enrichment classes in yoga & art.

Friends Preschool 610 Bloomgindale Road • 10309 718.984.5194 Email: friendspreschool@verizon.net

Programs: Preschool classes for 2 and 3 year olds. NYC Pre-K For All full day class free for 4 year olds born in 2011.

Activities: Literacy, math, science, arts & crafts, cooking, music, outdoor play and more. Common Core curriculum.

Great Beginnings Infant & Toddler Center

Full day UPK, preschool, half & full day center based / integrated programs. SEIT, physical, occupational and speech therapy, counseling.

2221 Richmond Avenue • 10314 718.983.0014 Email: gbkids2221@aol.com

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Music and literacy enrichment, family involvement, outdoor playground, assistive therapies and many special event activities.

Licensed center for infants, toddlers and twos.

Warm, friendly staff in a loving setting.

Dance Dance Dance Ltd.

Creative weekly curriculum. Age appropriate.

Storytime, music, arts and crafts, indoor gym and outdoor yard.

1212 Forest Avenue • 10310 Email: info@dancedancedanceltd.org www.dancedancedanceltd.org

Programs: To provide quality dance education while encouraging & motivating every student. Ages 2.5-adult.

Competitive and recreational levels. Teacher’s certification through Dance Educators of America.

Activities:

High Hopes 1298 Woodrow Road • 10309 718.317.8143 Email: admin@highhopeschildcare.com www.highhopeschildcare.com

Programs:

Activities:

Offering programs for students ages 6 weeks to 6 years. Full and half days available.

Pre-Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Pointe, Classical Ballet, Contemporary, Musical Theatre and Acrobatics.

Activities: Loving and nurturing environment, age-appropriate curriculum. Serving Staten Island since 1996.

Kinder Combos • Ballet • Tap • Modern • Jazz • Hip Hop

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Kiddie Academy of S.I.–Great Kills

Holy Child Pre-School 4747 Amboy Road • 10312 718.356.5159 Email: holychildprek@gmail.com www.holy-child.org

125A Greaves Lane 718.984.1919 Email: statenisland-greatkills@kiddieacademy.net www.kiddieacademy.com/statenisland-greatkills

Programs:

Programs:

Parent & Me; Toddling Around; Preschool classes.

Ages 18 mos-4 years.

Activities: Special classes in computer, art and science; indoor and outdoor gym; music and movement.

Activities:

Ivy League Early Learning Academy

Little Excellence Pre-School/Day-Care 2144 Richmond Avenue • 10314 718.370.3784 • Fax 718.370.2744 Email: littleexcellence@gmail.com

Programs:

Activities:

Offering hands-on experiences to help children understand concepts as we emphasize early literacy skills, math, and creative art. With our loving and caring classrooms, each child is given the opportunity to develop positive self-esteem.

Curriculum program for all age groups & enhancements (sign Language, Spanish, phonics, and more).

Activities:

Islander’s Kids 219 Jefferson Avenue • 10306 718.979.5331 • 718.979.5315 Email: islandersinfo04@gmail.com www.siccnyc.org

Activities: Free full day UPK program, 7am-7pm. Nutritious homemade meals. Arts, dance and piano classes available. Afterschool program and summer camp.

JCC of Staten Island 1297 Arthur Kill Road • 10312 • 718.475.5224 485 Victory Boulevard • 10301• 718.475.5290 1466 Manor Road • 10314 • 718.475.5230 www.sijcc.org

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Programs: Mini Tots ages 2.4 to 3 years old–not potty trained ok.

Full and Half Day UPK available. Extended hours available. Licensed by NYC. Age-appropriate curriculum.

Activities: Fully equipped centers in large classrooms. Creative play, library, music and movement, computers and large outdoor yard. Summer camp.

New Dorp Christian Academy 259 Rose Avenue • 10306 718.351.4442 Email: contact@ndca.email www.ndca.academy

Infant/Toddler Care–12 mos program; ages 3 mos2.8 yrs; 3, 4, 5 days/week 7am-6pm; Preschool 10 mos program; ages 2.9-3.9 yrs; 2, 3, 4 or 5 days/week; full day 9am-4pm; half day 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm; extended hours 7-9am & 4-6pm. Free full or half day UPK. Contact each facility for specific programs.

Programs:

Activities:

Free bus service. Discounts for siblings. Kids club and youth group. Over 40 years of faithful service.

Literature, art, music & movement. Intro to Jewish culture and tradition. Indoor and outdoor play area.

JCC of Staten Island - First Foot Forward 1466 Manor Rd • 10314 | 1297 Arthur Kill Rd • 10312 718.475.5225 www.sijcc.org

Nursery school for 3 & 4 year olds. Half and full day sessions. Full day K-8th graders. Before & after care available. Computers and Christian Performing Arts.

After school computer science program

Activities:

Oakdale Academy 366 Oakdale Street • 10312 718.948.4220 Email: Oakdaleacademy1@gmail.com

Programs:

Special education preschool for ages 2.5-5. Half/full day.

Center based & integrated classes. Related services.

Transportation & tuition at no cost to eligible children.

Open 6:30am-7pm year round. Serving children ages 6 weeks-6 years. We accept vouchers, sliding and private pay clients. Located on over 1 and 1/2 acres with a beautiful play yard fully equipped and enclosed

Activities:

Activities:

Programs:

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Music & Movement, Dance, Zumbatomic, Outdoor Play Area & Summer Programs. Discount for City Workers & Siblings.

7516 Amboy Rd • 10307 718.948.9535 E-mail: miniworld2001@aol.com

We provide structure, encouragement, and a safe environment, through the maintenance of classroom discipline. Students enjoy attending a place where learning is exciting. A child’s home away from home!

Programs:

Programs:

Mini World Preschool

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Ages 6 weeks-5 years. Before & Afterschool Available.

1779 Richmond Avenue 718.982.0202 Email: statenisland@ivyleagueearlylearning.com www.IvyLeagueEarlyLearning.com Educating from Crib to Kindergarten. Visit us to see the Ivy League Difference. Free UPK.

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Individualized Childcare and Curriculum. Breakfast and Lunch included.,Fun while Learning. Professional and Attentive Staff.

Multi-disciplinary evaluations. Speech & language, occupational, physical & play therapy. Movement & music. Swim instruction. Mainstreaming. Parent support groups.

Offering a warm, nurturing environment for over 40 years with developmentally appropriate curriculum practices and recognized as a community leader in early childhood education.

Preschool • Daycare • Free UPK • Summer Camp Children Ages 2-6 • Open 7am-6:30pm

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Prodigy Ice Skating Preschool

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3080 Arthur Kill Road • 10309 718.948.4800 Email: carylstingo@thepavilion.org www.pavilionprodigypreschool.com

230 Livingston Avenue 718.727.2649 Email: silhouette92@gmail.com www.silhouettedancestudio.net

Programs:

Programs:

Programs:

Specialty Skating Preschool. Free Full Day UPK for children age 4. Competitive hockey & figure skating.

Extended hrs & summer camp available.

2 1/2 to adult. Kindercombos, ballet, tap, jazz, modern, hip hop, birthday parties. DEA certified.

Tennis instruction for children 4 years and older.

Tournament training.

Activities:

Activities:

Age appropriate dance & performances. We provide a well rounded dance education and make it fun.

Learn to enjoy a lifetime sport. Training for high school.

Activities: Age-Appropriate curriculum encourages intellectual curiosity by integrating science, language development, math & the arts. Increases fine/gross motor skills and muscle development.

Richmond Hill Children’s Center 501 Richmond Hill Road • 10314 718.494.7422 Email: rhcc@verizon.net www.rhccny.com

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Programs: Free Full Day UPK. Preschool/Daycare, Summer Camp ages 2-6. Full/Half Day Programs/extended hours available. Open year round 7am-6:30pm. Large playground. Diapers okay. Security cameras used.

Activities: Curriculum designed to stimulate growth in a child’s development. Monthly themes promote academics in a fun “hands-on” environment and focus on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Rise Dance Studios 1 Gunton Place • 10309 718.966.7473 Email: risedancestudios@verizon.net www.risedancestudios.com www.facebook.com/risedancestudios

Programs: Classes 2.5 yrs & up (competitive & recreational), Acro, All boys Hip-Hop, Musical Theater, Private Vocal Lessons & Little Voices Mommy & Me Classes (18 mos. & up)

Activities: Adult Zumba and BarreTone classes Mon-Sat, mornings & evenings, walk-ins welcome. Monthly memberships available.

St. Joseph Hill Academy 850 Hylan Boulevard • 10305 718.981.1187 Email: egregor@stjhill.org www.stjosephhill.org

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Programs: Pre-k through 8th grade. Pre-K3 and Pre-K4 programs.

Aftercare available. Call for more information.

Activities: Providing a premier Catholic education to the Staten Island community for over 90 years.

Seido Karate of Staten Island 1000 Richmond Terrace • Room G202 (Snug Harbor) 718.207.3613 Email: statenislandseido@verizon.net www.statenislandseido.com

Programs:

Small World Preschool 144 Bloomingdale Road • 10309 718.356.7795 E-mail: kdsrmybiz@aol.com www.smallworldpreschool.net

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Staten Island Community Charter School 309 St. Paul’s Avenue • 10304 347.857.6981 • Fax 347.861.0601 www.si-ccs.org

Ages 2-6. Toddler, Nursery, Summer Camp. 1/2 & full day UPK, 1-5 days, am/pm, 6:30am-7pm. UPK free to children born in 2011. Extended hrs, reasonable rates.

K-5 Charter School, admission by Lottery. 7:45am3:30pm. 2pm dismissal every Wednesday. Resolving Conflicts Creatively Program (RCCP); Performing Arts in Residency Program (PAIR); ENCORE (Afterschool)

Activities:

Activities:

Licensed by NYC Dept. of Health. ACS vouchers accepted, CPR, outdoor play area, developmentally appropriate curriculum, certified teachers. Est. 1977.

French, Art, Physical Education, Math, Science, Literacy, Writing, Technology and Incentive Trips.

SMB Studio Arts Inc.

Staten Island Pavilion Skate School

3777 Richmond Avenue • 10312 718.984.5700 Email: smbstudioarts@verizon.net www.smbstudioarts.com

3080 Arthur Kill Road • 10309 718.948.4800 Email: skateschool@thepavilion.org www.thepavilion.org

Programs:

Programs:

Children, Teen, & Adult Art classes & workshops.

Summer Camps & Saturday Paint Nights.

USFS Figure Skating & Hockey programs, beginner to advanced, ages 3+.

Activities:

Activities: To provide a fun learning environment where positive coaching promotes confidence and makes each glide on the ice enjoyable!

Kids/Teen Comic Art,Young/Teen Portfolio Development.

Adult Sketching & Painting, Still Life Drawing, Architecture, Robotics, Children’s Drawing & Painting.

Speech & Language Therapy Associates 4056 Amboy Road • 10308 See our ad on page 80 718.356.6604 Email: speechandlanguagetherapy@verizon.net www.pediatricandadultspeech.com

Programs: High quality evaluations & treatment of speech, language & feeding disorders. Insurance, RSA & CPSE accepted. Weekday, evening & weekend hrs avail.

Activities: PROMPT, SOS feeding approach, Orton-Gillingham, Earobics and Therapeutic Listening available. All clinicians are NYS Licensed and ASHA certified.

Staten Island Academy

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715 Todt Hill Road • 10304 718.303.7803 Email: admissions@statenislandacademy.org www.statenislandacademy.org

Programs: Coed college prep school for Pre-K 3-Gr 12. Free extended day 7am-7pm. Summer programs. Leading college guidance program. Academic Resource Center open to all learners staffed with FT specialists.

Financial aid available starting in Kindergarten.

Activities: Teaching traditional Japanese karate on S.I. for 30 years. Building confidence, character and self control.

2800 Victory Boulevard • 10314 718.982.3355 Email: sitenniscenter@gmail.com www.statenislandtennis.com

Programs: Programs:

Ages 4-15. Tues & Thurs 4:30-6:30pm. Sat 9-10am.

Activities:

Staten Island Community Tennis

Honors Mathematics & Science, AP curriculum, varied elective offerings, Model UN, Model Congress, full musical theater productions Gr. 5-12, Gr.9 Academy in London, Gr.10 New York Experience incl, Varsity & JV athletic teams, newly-designed Maker Space studio.

Staten Island YMCA 651 Broadway • 10310 718.981.4933 • E-mail: asicuranza@ymcanyc.org 3939 Richmond Ave • 10312 718.227.3200 • E-mail: bschiuma@ymcanyc.org www.ymcanyc.org/statenisland

Programs: Early Childhood (10mos–4yrs); Nursery School (born in 2012) 2, 3 & 5-day; Free UPK (born in 2011); Enriched extended day, before & after care. Youth & Teen programs. Swim classes–all ages & levels.

Activities: Swim lessons included for 3 & 5 day Nursery School & Enriched Extended Day participants.

Staten Island YMCA Counseling Service 3911 Richmond Avenue • 10312 718.948.3232 • Email: awexler@ymcanyc.org 285 Vanderbilt Avenue • 10304 718.981.4382 • Email: hbrown@ymcanyc.org www.ymcanyc.org/counseling

Programs: Little Steps, ages 5-17 (kids affected by family substance abuse), Adolescent programs ages 12-21 (issues facing teens), Friday Night Club ages 11-15 (for kids looking for positive social development), Youth Anger Management ages 5-17 (coping skills); Parenting Skills.

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The Children’s Center College of Staten Island 2800 Victory Boulevard • Bldg. 2R / Rm 104 • 10314 718.982.3190 Email: childrenscenter@csi.cuny.edu www.csi.cuny.edu/childcare

Programs: Infant/Toddler programs, Preschool program, UPK Full Day, School age program (pending enrollment.)

Activities: Early education featuring developmentally appropriate hands-on learning experiences in a caring, well supervised environment.

Wagner College Academy of Arts & Sciences One Campus Road • 10301 718.390.3221 Email: external@wagner.edu www.wagner.edu/external

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Programs: Fri after school & Sat classes ages 4-17. Private lessons-guitar, piano, strings, voice. Academics, ACT Musical Theater, ACT Advanced Scene Study, Architecture, Art, Ceramics, Computers, Digital Photography, Drawing, Driver Education, Film, SHSAT & TACHS Test Prep, Lego Robotics, Photoshop, Science, Video Game Design, Voice Workshop.

Wizard of Art and Design 255 Nelson Avenue • 10308 718.227.7600 Email: siwizardofart@aol.com www.siwizard.com

Programs: Drawing and Painting for Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced ages 5-Adult. Fashion Design, Illustration, Portfolio Development for Jr. HS & HS Students. Friday Teen Paint Night. Private Paint Parties.

Activities: All classes work with all medias, oil, acrylic, watercolors & 3D clay.

Taught by a licensed art teacher celebrating 28 years of teaching.

Bringing out the creative drive that is within all of us.

Xaverian 7100 Shore Road • Brooklyn, NY 11209 718.836.7100 Email: admissions@xaverian.org www.xaverian.org

Programs:

A Multi-Sensory Approach to Learning

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Catholic, College preparatory, Advanced Placement, STEM education, 1:1 iPad learning environment, and Internship Program.

High school grade levels 9-12 are co-ed for fall 2016! Grades 6-8 middle school for academically talented boys and girls.

Activities: Award-winning MAX (Music at Xaverian) program, community service, retreats, competitive athletics program, Robotics, Mock Trial, Speech & Debate, Model UN, Pipe & Drum Corps, Dramatics Society, etc.

Zion Lutheran Preschool 505 Watchogue Road • 10314 718.981.3623 E-mail: misskimzion@aol.com www.zionlutheranpreschoolsi.com

Programs: For children birth through Pre-K 4’s. Afterschool activities for preschool/elementary aged kids.

Activities: Preschool provides organized playtime, music and art in an educationally focused Christian curriculum.

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DEAR TEACHER

by Peggy Gisler & Marge Eberts

Summer Science Activities or Your Children Parents: Believe it or not, elementary school students only spend 2.3 hours per week in science classes. This is down 43 minutes since 1994. At the same time, educators are emphasizing that our nation’s future is linked with student success in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

This summer we have selected a number of science activities that we hope will hook your children on science. They can find 40 more activities on our Dear Teacher website under “Science Activities” or link to it on siparent.com under the “Columns Tab.” All of the activities are based on scientific principles and are fun to do. Help your children choose activities that are age-appropriate and safe. The first two will be appropriate to do on the Fourth of July.

Create Fireworks in a Glass

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1. Fill a tall glass almost to the top with warm water.

2. Pour 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil into another glass.

3. Add 1 drop of blue & red food coloring to the glass containing oil.

4. Stir mixture briefly to break the food coloring into smaller drops.

5. Pour this mixture into the tall glass of water.

6. As the food coloring sinks, it will resemble fireworks.

This experiment shows that oil is less dense than water, so it floats on top of the water. Your children will also observe that food coloring dissolves in water -- but not in oil.

Fireworks in Your Mouth 1. Go into a dark room with a mirror.

2. Take the time to let your eyes adjust to the dark.

3. Place a Wint-O-Green Lifesaver (not sugarless) between your teeth keeping your mouth open.

4. Bite down hard on the candy, and you will see a blue-green light coming from your mouth.

The scientific name for this is "triboluminescence," the mechanical generation of light.

Humming Balloon Find a large balloon and place a coin inside it. Then blow up the balloon and tie up the end. Move the balloon rapidly to cause the coin to roll around inside. If the coin rolls fast enough, you may hear the balloon hum. The scientific explanation is that the frequency with which the coin circles the interior of the balloon is resonating with one of the balloon's natural frequencies.

Balloons and Static Electricity Static electricity is caused by an imbalance of positive or negative electrons that build up on an object that does not conduct electricity, such as a balloon. You also can observe it when you shuffle your feet across a carpet.

While you are facing a mirror, rub a balloon against the top of your hair 10 or more times. Then slowly lift the balloon upward and watch strands of your hair follow the balloon so it is standing on end. Keep moving the balloon up until your hair falls back down.

Making Bubbles You will need a glass of water and a glass of orange juice to start this experiment.

Add one teaspoon of baking soda to each glass. What will happen?

You will see bubbles in the orange juice -- but not in the water. This is because orange juice is an acid that frees the carbon dioxide in baking soda, and a bubbly gas is formed.

Try adding a teaspoon of baking soda to other things like yogurt, lemonade, apple juice, black coffee, and tea. You will get bubbles if it is acidic.

Magnets Magnets are fascinating to children because of the way they both stick together and sometimes move away from each other. Playing with them in the following activities is a first step in helping children learn about magnetism. You will need inexpensive magnets of different sizes for this activity.

1. Magnetic Attraction: Select a variety of objects that will and will not be attracted to a magnet, such as pot lids, plastic lids, paper clips, metal and wooden toys, plastic plates, coins, bolts and a staple. Have your child use a magnet to discover which objects it will attract and then divide the objects that are and are not attracted to the magnet into separate piles. See if your child can discover what each group of objects has in common.

2. Making a Needle Compass: Supervise younger children. Your child should tap one end of a needle at least 30 times with a magnet.

The other end of the needle should be covered with a piece of tape.

The needle should then be stuck through the middle of a wine bottle cork. Next, label the sides of a bowl: north, south, east and west. Fill the bowl with sufficient water so that the cork with the needle will float. No matter which way the bowl is turned, the needle should always point north.

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The Floating Egg 1. Place an uncooked egg in a glass of plain water.

2. Place another egg in a glass of water with 10 heaping tablespoons of salt.

3. Observe what happens to each egg.

4. Remove the eggs from the glasses and pour out half of the plain water. Refill the glass with the salt water.

5. Place an egg in this mixture and observe what happens.

You have learned about density. Salt water is denser than plain water, so the egg rises to the top.

(younger children should do this experiment with their parents) 1. Use a pin to make a hole on the ends of an uncooked egg.

2. Blow the insides of the egg out through one of the holes. If this doesn't work, make the hole larger.

3. Put the empty eggshell in a cup filled with a sugary soda and leave it there for 24 hours.

4. Observe what has happened to the eggshell.

5. Think about what soda might do to your teeth.

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COVER STORY

FEAR OF THE

DARK: RITE OF PASSAGE OR DESTRUCTIVE EMOTION?

If you go to the library to find some resources on helping your children get over the fear of the dark, you’ll probably be hard pressed to find very much. Although the fear of the dark is said to plague millions of children, it is still a subject that most parents know very little about.

Most parents will end up willing to do just about anything after frustration and exhaustion takes over. You hear of children sleeping with their parents for weeks, if not months. Parents hire therapists to help their kids overcome such anxieties and many children are simply left to deal with their fears on their own.

While most methods have their validity, some are more effective than others.

Rearrange the room: Often times a simple rearrangement can mean all the difference to a child struggling with the shadows and strange sounds of a dark night. Cutting branches away from the window, getting darker shades, closing the closet, facing the bed away from the moonlight are just a few practical ideas.

Whether you’re an involved parent or more of a passive one, spending just a little time to help your kids through this difficult stage can have an impact for their rest of their lives. In a simple way, dealing with the fear of the dark is probably one of the earliest fears a child is confronted with. As parents, this is a great opportunity to help them know how to deal with fears in general. Many may argue that this is just a rite of passage for kids, but the fear of the dark lingers into adulthood for many people and it can give rise to other fears. Rites of passage are intended for the betterment of a person, but allowing fear to accumulate over prolonged periods of time, and with no boundaries, can be the start down a path of destructive emotions.

Enjoy the night: There are thousands of nighttime wonders to fascinate a child rather than simply being afraid of it. Our world has so much beauty that we often take for granted what darkness actually reveals. We tend to think in terms of what darkness hides, but that reality is that darkness opens up a whole new world of glowing insects, nocturnal animals, shooting stars, and the wonderful moonlight glow. Take time to introduce your child to a few of these so they can gain appreciation for the night instead of only being afraid of it.

The younger the child, the less that they can separate their fantasies from reality. A simple traumatic experience or an innocent experience taken out of context can haunt a child for years. As a parent, being conscious of your child’s struggle is ultimately going to help determine the outcome of their struggle. Below are ten things you can start doing tonight to give the gift of peaceful sleep to your child.

Find a hero: Find someone that your children can esteem because of their bravery. We all face fear in our lives, but not all people are courageous. Read examples of men and women who have done brave things despite their fears and remind your children of such stories. Even children can rise to bravery and courage when faced with an example to live up to.

Kids often go through cycles of fear as they face different challenges in life, and their imagination grows stronger with age.

Engage with your child: A firefighter never faced real fire prior to having sufficient training away from the hot zone. Don’t wait until fear strikes before you engage in conversations about fear with your child.

Assume that your children will deal with at least one major fear or several growing up so start planning now. What does fear look like in your child? What brings out fearful emotions in them? Finally, how does your child respond when confronted with fear?

Identify the triggers: Every child is different and the same goes to how they respond to circumstances and even their own imagination. Does the television in your house spur frightful thoughts? Does the tension in your home create undue anxiety in your child? Or did your child have a traumatic experience that you haven’t made sure that your child is dealing with properly? The better you know your child, the better you can help them through these challenges.

Deal with fear properly: The old saying is true that kids will do what you do, not what you say. If you struggle with fear yourself and fail to deal with it properly, more than likely your kids will follow suit. Get some help, identify the triggers, and engage a friend or a spouse to help you stay courageous. Your kids will learn more from how you deal with fear than they will reading ten books about it.

Declare war on fear: Fear is one of the most destructive emotions your child can give into. Fear keeps people back when they should be moving forward; fear destroys relationships; it hampers personal growth; and it can lead people down enslaved paths of destructive emotions. Don’t allow fear to take root in your family. Rid it wherever it claims land in your household and your children will be that much better for it.

Slow down: Many parents are so busy dealing with their own problems that they fail to see that their children are going through the same, if not a myriad of their own struggles. Don’t just assume they’ll work it out– slow your life down to see the details. A well-said conversation at the right time can make all the difference and give your child the strength to take on bigger challenges throughout life.

Speak to their identity: Don’t make light of your child’s fear and put them down for it, but rather focus on times that they are strong. When you say things like “Wow, that was brave,” or “I noticed how strong you were,” you’ve just given your children an upgrade on their armor and they’re ready to meet the next big challenge in their life. Children have enough chiseling at their confidence outside their home, the last thing they need is an unsupportive parent.

Don’t give up: Our kids are some of the greatest investments we have in life, therefore the effort is worth the payoff. Kids often go through cycles of fear as they face different challenges in life, and their imagination grows stronger with age. This typically isn’t a one-night deal where you’ve conquered fear and it will never rear its ugly head again. Learn to keep watch on important milestones that your child is approaching as new fears or old resurrected ones like to visit again.

By Chad Cramer, father of four and author of “Lights Out! Helping Your Kids Overcome Their Fear of the Dark,” a guide for parents in helping their children overcome their fears.

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Start with fruit-picking on a sunny day. There’s no need to wait until pumpkin-picking season to visit one of the many nearby farms in New Jersey. Raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, cherries, pears, apples, plums, and grapes are all in season at various times throughout July and August. Some farms also let you pick your own vegetables. Peppers, cucumbers, and tomatoes are just a few of the veggies you can pick in the summertime.

Is there anything more breathtaking than a mid-summer fireworks display after dark? Head to South Beach on Wednesdays this summer for a free fireworks show by the boardwalk, or stick around after a Staten Island Yankees game at the Richmond County Bank Ballpark for a post-game fireworks show on select Fridays and Saturdays throughout the summer.

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On particularly hot days, skip the beach and cool off with your family at one of Staten Island’s many local museums. If you apply for a free NYC ID Card at www.nyc.gov, you will receive a free yearlong membership to tons of cultural institutions around NYC, including the Staten Island Children’s Museum, Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden, the Staten Island Zoo, the Staten Island Museum, and Historic Richmond Town. Pretty good deal, right?

If you have a college-bound teen this summer, you are likely spending a lot of time at the mall getting everything they need for their next phase of life. Adult children need more than a credit card and a plane ticket home, though. The 18 yearold milestone should trigger some discussions about legal responsibilities, such as power of attorney for health and for financial matters should your child be unable to make decisions for him or herself. These are official, legal documents that you may want to consult an attorney to complete and have notarized.

Get more info on fruit picking, fireworks shows, events, and more at siparent.com/summer.

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Try easy combinations like watermelon and kiwi, strawberry and banana, orange and pineapple, mango and blueberry, or cantaloupe and mixed berries. Mix the fruit with plain or vanilla yogurt for a creamy texture or add some honey or fruit juice to kick up the sweetness. Let your creativity flow by layering fruit slices or blended fruit, freezing a layer at a time or go to siparent.com/popsicles for a bunch of super-yummy recipes.

It’s a great project to do with the kids so they can see just how delicious healthy treats can be.

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Sparks Imagination – Kid’s yoga often focuses on themes that transport a child to a tropical paradise. Children are having fun, while expressing their creative side and learning about different cultures.

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With a whole month of summer ahead, carve out a few days to spend with the grandchildren without even leaving the Island! Why travel off Staten Island when the tourist sites right here have so much to offer? Here are some day-trip suggestions that are fun, educational, and won’t break the bank!

History, Science, and Culture 1. A – Visit the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum (420 Tompkins Ave.) and set the kids straight! Who was the true inventor of the telephone? Antonio Meucci. Did you know it happened right here in Staten Island? Visit the Rosebank home of the inventor Antonio Meucci, his seamstress wife, Esterre, and his houseguest, Giuseppe Garibaldi. Tour the home and grounds for an enlightening experience.

B – Step back in time at Alice Austen’s historic home, known as Clear Comfort (2 Hylan Blvd.) This Victorian Gothic cottage overlooking New York Bay showcases the work of one of America's earliest and most prolific female photographers, who was, by the way, the first woman on Staten Island to own a car!

2. A – Learn about the Underground Railroad and the oldest community established by free slaves in North America at the Sandy Ground Historical Museum (1538 Woodrow Rd.) B – Next, visit the Conference House Park (298 Saterlee St.) with its’ historical buildings that trace the history of Staten Island over the past 300 years. It also includes miles of beach, expanded hiking and biking paths, and kayak launching points.

3. The Staten Island Children’s Museum (inside Snug Harbor Cultural Center, 1000 Richmond Terr.) Grandparents admitted free on Wednesdays!

Three stories and so much for the children to do. Check out the Bug Exhibit, Rain Forest and Ocean Floor, and the Arctic Igloo, Sea of Boats, Portia's Playhouse, Block Harbor and so much more! Bring a picnic lunch so you can spend the rest of the day at the attraction-packed Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden, home to the serene NY Chinese Scholar's Garden.

A Day with Nature and the Animals 4. The Staten Island Zoo (614 Broadway) has been entertaining families since 1936! Here’s what the critics say: “Despite being a small zoo, the quality is great; the staff are all knowledgeable about the various animals.

They are super friendly and helpful... perfect for small children. You can easily cover the whole thing in a few hours if you spend extra time at the petting zoo and carousel. Make sure you bring a camera to get lots of pictures of one of the many friendly peacocks that roam the grounds.”

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5. Grab a scooter, bike, or your sneakers and head over to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk and Beach (Father Capodanno Blvd, Ft. Wadsworth to Miller Field) We live on an island; enjoy the boardwalk! There is ample parking, facilities, lifeguarded beaches, playgrounds, ball fields, and fountains. Teach the grandchildren that FDR was the 32nd President of the United States and that he won a record of four elections, serving from March 1933 to his death in April 1945.

6. A – Look for birds, fish, and frogs at the Blue Heron Park Nature Preserve, and then hit the Nature Center for hands-on learning with the Urban Park Rangers. Make use of their barbeque areas, ball field, fitness paths, dog-friendly areas, and paddleboat rentals.

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B – Explore the Greenbelt Nature Center (700 Rockland Ave.) through its many public programs. The Center is ADA compliant and presents many accessible programs.

C – Check out Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center (2351 Veterans Road West) Staten Island’s only New York State Park has recreation opportunities that are available for everyone - from the oldest adult to the youngest child and everyone in between, including people with disabilities.

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7. Rent a paddleboat in the 193-acre Clove Lakes Park (1150 Clove Rd), and then romp in one of the playgrounds, which are handicap accessible.

Rides and Special Events 8. Take a spin on the Victorian Carousel for All Children in the Greenbelt’s Willowbrook Park (2 Eton Place). Open from May through October. $1.50 per ride.

9. Cheer on the Staten Island Yankees, the NY Yankees’ minor league baseball team, who play at Richmond County Bank Ballpark (75 Richmond Terrace). There are lots of promotional days and even fireworks after select home games! Visit siparent.com for a fireworks schedule.

10. Visit one (or several) of Staten Island’s 13 library branches. All are fully accessible, with the exception of Port Richmond branch, which is partially accessible. There are programs, events (including movie screenings), and computers available for public use so maybe your grandchildren can teach you a few tricks!

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Apps that Connect Families and Nature Do your children enjoy being outdoors? According to a recent study from the Nature Conservancy, 82% of American parents feel that spending time in nature is “very important” to a child’s development, second only to reading. Despite that sense of priority, 65% of parents in the U.S., as well as in Brazil, China, France, and Hong Kong, regard lack of time outdoors as a serious problem. The Children and Nature Network has compiled research connecting what it calls “nature-deficit disorder” to attention problems and diminished awareness of the senses, as well as physical inactivity and obesity.

Ironically, both of these organizations responded to this problem by developing websites. Naturerocks.org, a partnership between the Nature Conservancy and Disney, offers a rich collection of activities that will get kids outdoors to engage with the natural world, as well as an interactive map that point families toward beaches, campgrounds, aquariums and zoos. The Children and Nature Network has a list of nature clubs for families. (childrenandnature.org/movement-directory/) Admittedly, going online in order to strengthen your family’s connection with the great outdoors may seem counter-intuitive; yet, in our wired age, it makes no sense to ignore the many websites and apps that promise to inspire and support a deeper involvement with the world beyond the screen. On the following list, all apps are free and function on both Android and Apple platforms unless otherwise noted.

Where to Go Yes, you can explore the natural world in your own backyard or in the park down the street, but when you have the urge for a bigger adventure, these apps can guide you.

NatureFind pinpoints all sorts of places where families can satisfy an appetite for exploration. In addition to nature centers and natural history museums, the website provides descriptions and directions for zoos, botanical gardens and wildlife refuges. A mobile version makes it easy to find activities on the go. (naturefind.com)

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Oh, Ranger! Parkfinder provides concise information about city, state and national parks. A menu of activities allows you to search for parks where your family can pursue favorite pastimes from bicycling, boating and birdwatching to camping, caving and climbing. (ohranger.com) All Trails is a source for comprehensive information about 50,000 trails in the U.S. and Canada. In addition to information about level of difficulty and scenery along the way, you’ll have access to comments from other hikers. The basic app is free. For $50 a year, you can get very detailed maps produced in a partnership with National Geographic. (Alltrails.com) Knowing What You’re Looking At Learning to identify living things is very satisfying, especially for children in elementary school. Many wonderful field guides are available

as paid apps, and you may want to invest if your child shows an interest. To test the waters, try these apps, which are both free and child-friendly.

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Merlin Bird App was produced by the scientists at the Cornell Ornithological Lab. The app encourages children to observe carefully and zero in on a bird’s identity by answering five simple questions about appearance and behavior. (merlin.allaboutbirds.org) TreeBook is an app that includes photos, drawings, descriptions, and range maps that will help kids identify the most common trees in North America. (tree-app.com) Mywildflowers.com is a website run by a wildflower enthusiast. A very simple key prompts kids to answer questions about flower color and shape, as well as blooming season, leaf shape and plant size.

The National Parks Field Guide is an app crammed with photos that will make it easier to spot the flora and fauna typical of each national park. In addition to wildflowers and trees, the app covers birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. (wild.enature.com/apps) Get Involved A number of apps encourage users to take the next step and become citizen scientists, reporting their observations and taking action to preserve threatened species and habitats.

Project NOAH (Networked Organisms and Habitats) encourages wildlife lovers, young and old, to take photos of what they see and upload them to a website. The photos help scientists track wildlife populations. And a global community stands ready to help your child identify unknown plants and animals. (projectnoah.org)

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Nature's Notebook takes a different approach to observation. Your family can sign up to record changes in a specific site such as a favorite park or your own backyard. Then use the app to make regular field notes. Specific questions encourage children to notice seasonal changes for plants, birds, and other creatures. Those observations become part of a database which helps scientists track changes in growing season and migration patterns. (usnpn.org) iNaturalist, an app and a website, is the brain child of college students who wanted people to be able to share the photos of the animals, reptiles, birds, insects, and plants that they were already taking. Their ambitious goal is a “living record of life on Earth that scientists and land managers could use to monitor changes in biodiversity, and that anyone could use to learn more about nature.”

Younger kids may need help in uploading photos and other information, but they will have the satisfaction of knowing that they are contributing to a massive database that records life on the planet. (inaturalist.org) Of course, none of these apps are ends in themselves. Instead, think of them as bridges that will connect the virtual world in which most kids spend most of their time and the natural world where there are miracles waiting to be discovered.

Link to the websites mentioned above at siparent.com by clicking on Growing Up Online in the “Columns Tab.”

By Carolyn Jabs, M.A., who raised three computer savvy kids including one with special needs. She has written Growing Up Online for ten years and is working on a book about constructive responses conflict. Other columns are available at www.growing-up-online.com. @ Copyright, 2015. Carolyn Jabs. All rights reserved.

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Thrills & Chills!

Many historians credit Russians with inventing the first roller coasters, and others suggest it was the French who first added wheels to slides but it was American LaMarcus Adna Thompson who obtained a patent for roller coasters in 1885. Thompson worked on Switchback Railway, which opened at Coney Island in Brooklyn in 1884. Coney Island's historic roller coaster, The Cyclone (a NYC landmark) opened in 1927and is still functional to this day.

Thrill seekers make summer pilgrimages to amusement parks to determine for themselves if the coasters live up to their reputations.

• The Leviathan coaster can travel 92 mph (Canada's Wonderland in Ontario) • Millennium Force can top speeds of 93 mph (Ohio's Cedar Point Park) • The Desperado can plummet 225 feet at 80 mph (Buffalo Bill’s Casino in Nevada) • Nitro is a steel coaster with 5,394 feet of track and Kingda Ka is the tallest and second fastest coaster in the US that goes 0-128 mph in 3.5 seconds (Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey) • Apollo's Chariot features eight air-time hills (Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Virginia) • New Texas Giant replaces the famed wooden roller coaster Texas Giant with steel track (Six Flags Over Texas)

Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month www.arthritis.org

According to the Arthritis Foundation, juvenile arthritis, or JA, comes in many forms and affects nearly 300,000 children.

Unlike the adult form, Juvenile Arthritis is an autoimmune disease in which the body's natural immune system ends up attacking its own cells by mistake when something goes awry.

The Mayo Clinic says that some children with arthritis also develop serious complications, such as growth problems or eye inflammation.

JA can be easily overlooked by doctors who are not used to seeing young patients with arthritis. Parents who learn to recognize the symptoms of JA may be able to identify the condition before their children's doctors. Early detection can help kids better cope with the discomfort and pain caused by their condition. · Stiffness: Children with JA may be particularly stiff in the morning. · Pain: Kids who complain of pain right after waking up rather than after a day of physical activity may be exhibiting signs of JA. Pain may dissipate as children begin moving. · Swelling: Redness and swelling around the joints is an indication of inflammation. This swelling may come and go or persist for several days. · Fever: Sudden fevers not linked to any respiratory or stomach ailments may be indicators of JA. · Fatigue: JA can cause children to be more tired than usual. Fatigue can affect eating & sleeping patterns.

While there is no cure for arthritis, the goal of treatment is to reduce pain and inflammation and improve quality of life through a combination of medications, physical therapy and healthy eating.

Watermelon Pizza?

Two words that conjure up so much fun individually can only be a mega-hit when combined! Here’s a suggestion from healthy lifestyle expert Danette May (danettemay.com/fun-and-festivewatermelon-pizza) using kiwis to represent pepperoni, blueberries for black olives, and coconut sprinkles to mimic the cheese. Place the watermelon base on a parchment paper or large platter (A pizza box is even more fun if you can find one).

Feel free to get creative and add or substitute your family’s favorites. If your toppings slide around, add a touch of raw honey before placing the fruit to help hold it in place. It won’t have to stay in place long though. These get gobbled up quickly!

Clean Eating?

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If you thought washing your fruit before consuming means clean eating, read on.

Clean eating is actually a simple concept: choosing food that is as close to its natural form as possible. The focus is on eliminating or reducing processed foods, refined sugar, and food additives.

Jessica Fanzo, assistant professor of nutrition at Columbia University, advises that not all food processing is bad.

Processing is sometimes necessary to prevent pathogens that can lead to illness.

For example, pasteurizing milk is a processing method, but one that is necessary to stop the proliferation of bacteria. Even steaming foods is processing in some form, but it is not on par with some of the overly processed convenience foods available.

Increasing intake of fruits and vegetables through clean eating can boost your immune system and serve as a nutritious way to maintain a healthy weight. It can also help promote living a healthy lifestyle for the entire family with all the energy you’ll have!

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If you're a parent to a toddler, encouraging him or her to potty train a little earlier can be a considerable help to the planet, particularly if you're currently relying on disposable diapers. According to statistics posted by the Real Diaper Association, 27.4 billion diapers are consumed in the U.S. each year.

Around 90 percent of single-use diapering products go directly to landfills. While there is no real way to determine how long it takes a disposable diaper to decompose, estimates suggest it can take between 250 to 500 years.

ELIMINATING DIAPERS VIA POTTY TRAINING IS ANOTHER WAY TO HELP THE ENVIRONMENT.

While disposable diapers have environmental implications in their disposal, they also affect the environment in their manufacture.

Bleached diapers contain traces of dioxin, a toxic byproduct of the bleaching process. There are also other chemicals used to increase absorbency. Chlorine, water, petroleum and other substances are also used in abundance to produce disposable diapers. Many families now realize that cutting out diapers from their lives not only considerably reduces the amount of trash, but also reduces the amount of toxins they are exposing the babies to—and in a most vulnerable area!

With four or more disposable diapers used per day for the average toddler, around 840 diapers per child would be spared from landfills each month. How can you eliminate diaper use apart from switching to cloth varieties? Potty training.

There is no magic formula in determining when your child is ready to potty train. Many children are ready to start training at age 2, others as early as 18 months and others are not ready until 2 1/2 or older. If you've been putting it off but your child seems interested in the idea, now could be the time to give it a shot.

Many experts say that a child will show readiness clues that can indicate he or she is able to try training. These include being about to get to the potty independently, being able to communicate somehow (either verbally or gesturing) that he or she has to relieve him- or herself, and the ability to pull pants up and down. Being curious about the potty and wanting to sit on it are other signs.

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Keep in mind it can take several months, even up to a year for the child to be completely trained. This means dry and using the potty for solid and liquid waste both day and night. Most girls are diaper-free in the U.S. by 36 months and most boys in the U.S. by 39 months.

If you are considering potty training, keep these pointers in mind.

• Don't try it during a stressful time, such as during a move or when you are vacationing. Wait until you have an uninterrupted stretch of time.

• Consult with friends and family about the methods they tried. Then use their opinions to develop your own plan.

• Cold turkey is often the best way to approach potty training. Once diapers are taken away, don't return to them, even if it is tempting to do so.

• Purchase several pairs of thick, absorbent underwear that can be worn with a plastic cover during the training process to protect against leaks and damage to car seats and furniture.

• Involve your child in the process. Let him choose his potty seat and underwear styles.

• Don't get discouraged too easily. It can take several months for the concept of training to really set in.

• Keep a potty nearby so that the child doesn't have to run long distances to make it to the seat.

• Don’t wait for your child to tell you. Ask if they need to use the potty very often, especially in the beginning or shortly after they eaten or drink.

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CHILD TO BE SAFE AROUND DOGS

hildren walking or playing outside are likely to encounter a loose dog at some point. It is important to educate them and begin practicing what you want your child to do if a loose dog approaches them. Children’s reactions can vary from running, screaming, and jumping around to calling the dog and trying to pet them. The safest thing for children to do is to not engage a stray or loose dog at all. When dogs are loose and roaming about, they are not following directions of their owner or trusted adult. They are not receiving or looking for guidance. Dogs can have reactions as varied as children do. Some are curious enough to approach while others will shy away, completely avoiding interaction with children.

Here are some situations and tips to increase success when encountering unleashed dogs:

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Be a Tree (Doggonesafe.com) Teach children to stand tall, relax, and plant their roots (their feet). Fold their branches (arms by sides folding hands at belt buckle). Look down at their feet and PREPARING OUR CHILDREN FOR DIFFERENT ENCOUNTERS WITH DOGS calmly count their breaths silently in their mind.

CAN INCREASE THEIR SAFETY AS THEY BECOME MORE INDEPENDENT. Explain to your children why “be a tree” is a good idea.

Talk to them about what dogs chase and why. For dog. Closing the gap between themself and the dog is not safe, especially with example; dogs chase cats because they hiss, meow, and run quickly. This is leashed dogs. A child may be anxious to pet a dog, but often dogs do not want great fun for a dog. Do we ever see dogs chase a tree? No. Dogs do not want to be touched by unfamiliar children. If that is the case, we need to offer our to chase boring things. Dogs enjoy chasing anything that moves and makes children other options, such as those below, that are more comfortable to noise. This is why we want to be boring like a tree and count in our mind until dogs. help comes or the dog goes away. If possible, practice this with friendly Blow kiss to dog, Talk about the dog, excitable dogs that you know, so that if they encounter a loose dog they will Ask the handler/owner to show a trick the dog can do, know what to do.

Wave to the dog, Ask if the child can throw a treat for the dog All of these alternatives offer distance to help everyone stay comfortable.

Dogs behind fences Just as we do not encourage our children to talk to strangers, it is important Some dogs who are contained by fences are frustrated by being able to get we teach them that unfamiliar dogs are strangers and we need to respect their close to anyone passing by. Other dogs become protective of anything space. passing by what they see as their property. Parents must be familiar with areas If you want to allow your child to pet a dog, follow these steps for a safer where dogs are unsupervised and be confident containment is secure. Teach meeting. Trust your gut feeling; if you are uncomfortable at any point, don’t children to ignore dogs behind fences and not to give them attention. NEVER hesitate to change your mind—the same holds true for your child and/or the approach a dog behind a fence. This is not safe no matter how cute or inviting dog! the dog may appear.

Talk to the owner/handler first, Observe the dog, Parent meets the dog first, Invite the dog over and allow them to choose to engage or to walk away, Dogs on chains/outdoor tether Allow the dog to sniff you, Keep it short. Pet, pet, pause. Does the dog come closer Dogs that are on chains are never to be approached. Dogs who spend or does he choose to walk away, Allow the dog to choose how long or short the most of their life on a chain are not as socialized and familiar with human interaction will be. If the dog walks away…never follow! behavior. They are also restricted and can become very fearful if approached.

We love dogs for many reasons. There are times however that we need to Fearful dogs that are contained or restrained may bite. Often dogs on chains remember that they are individuals with different comfort levels and are frustrated and may lunge and bark at children or anyone passing by. experiences. Preparing our children for different situations can increase their Parents should always be aware of dogs and their containment near where safety as they become more independent. Parents really can model safe their children may play or be walking without an adult and should reconsider behavior around dogs when they learn more about body language and ways allowing their children in that area. Children playing can increase interest of a dogs communicate. The best place to begin this is in the home. If you have a chained dog and build frustration. Over time, this may lead to a frustrated dog family dog, you can begin to observe and discuss how your dog shows stress, who breaks a chain and approaches innocent children. Children need to be conflict, and happiness. Talk to your children and encourage them to become taught NEVER to approach a chained dog. These dogs are confined and have doggie detectives! The more we educate children about what to do, the better no options to escape. This can lead to a dangerous situation for all. prepared they will be on their own. Together we can increase safety through awareness.

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GIGI’S WORLD

An 11 Year Old’s Summer Adventures Woohoo… It’s summer! I’m so excited. I have so many things planned this season.

For the first week of July, I am going Cape May and Wildwood. I have never been to Wildwood before, so when my mom showed me it online, it looked really exciting. I think I’m going to have fun. They have a boardwalk with lots of rides and shops, and we are staying at a hotel that has a private beach. I’m looking forward to waking up, having breakfast, and then playing on the beach all day long.

I might also be going to a computer programming class at my school. I know a lot about computers, but nothing about programming, so I’m intrigued! I am also going to Word of Life summer camp in upstate NY with my school during the last week of July. It was a lot of fun the last time I went.

They have rides, horses, cowboys, camping, swimming, and Bible study. I am really looking forward to it.

For four weeks of the summer, I am attending camp a few days a week while mom and dad work at St. John Villa. They have a big campus and lots of activities. Every day there is a new thing to do or a new theme, like Color Wars, Halloween at Camp, Christmas in July, and Games2U (G2U). G2U is a company that comes to our camp at least once or twice a week and brings rides like bouncy houses and bungee jumping, video games, 4D movies, and lots of physical contact games, like archery tag, laser tag, marshmallow fights, and life-sized Angry Birds (which – yes – is as fun as it sounds).

As we do every summer, we’re also basing many of our adventures on a “family bucket list” that we worked on during the winter and spring. We are going to try the Central Park Zoo (we’ve never been!), and test our bravery on the Treetop Ropes Course at Turtle Back Zoo. Whether or not we are doing something super-duper fun, we do it as a family, so there’s always a lot of laughs. We usually go to LBI and Ocean Grove every summer, something we look forward to (especially jumping waves and getting ice cream cones after a long, hot day on the beach).

Extra special is that this summer we will be visiting Disney World the last week of August. It’ll be a perfect way to end the season and get set for a new school year (7th grade for me soon!).

We always have a great summer, and I hope you do, too!

By Gigi Schrecker (with a help from her mom, Gina LaGuardiaSchrecker, VP of Content Development for CareerCo). Gigi has been providing S.I. Parent readers with a kids'-eye perspective into life growing up on Staten Island.

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evening Fireworks at south Beach south Beach Boardwalk 718-477-0800 12:00 am • Free • All ages Girl scout introductory program Bethel united methodist church 718-984-1277 8:00 am • $15 • Grades K-5 Baby time south Beach library 718-816-5834 10:30 am • Free • Ages 0-3 Heroes on camera Workshop st. George library 718-442-8560 11:00 am • Free • Ages 6-11 clay Day si children's museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free • Ages 2-10 Heroes on camera new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 art lab port richmond library 718-442-0158 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 5-11 create your own super Hero stapleton library 718-727-0427 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 4-9 crafternoons Dongan Hills library 718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 5-12 prerobotics West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 5-8 voice of the people tour Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2:30pm • Free w/admission • All ages summer study time mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Free • All ages Beadtastic south Beach library 718-816-5834 3:00 pm • Free • Ages 12-18 Board Games south Beach library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • All ages read aloud tottenville library 718-984-0945 4:00 pm • Free • All ages Family story time mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • All ages teen movie West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 4:30 pm • Free • Ages 13-18 Boogie Woogie Wednesday! si children's museum 718-273-2060 5:00 pm • Free • All ages

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tHursDay,July 2

toddler time st. George library 718-442-8560 10:30 am • Free • Ages 1.5-3 tot’s time plus si children's museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 • Ages 1-5 Baby & me tottenville library 718-984-0945 11:00 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5 pre-K stories West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 11:15 am • Free • Ages 3-5 paint Day si children’s museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free • Ages 2-10

718-447-6490 2:00 pm • Free • All ages Behind the scenes at the museum Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2:30pm • Free w admission • All ages obstacle course playground midland Beach turtle circle 718-667-3543 3:00 pm • Free • All ages literacyinc: story Hour stapleton library 718-727-0427 4:00 pm • Free • All ages Kiddie tech time mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 6-11 Kids’ movie st. George library

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National Grilling Month National Ice Cream Month uV safety Month juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month

IMportANt dAtes: Independance day - july 4 Major league Baseball All-star Game - july 14 Cousins day - july 24 summer special olympics - july 25

a Helluva choir noble maritime collection 718-447-6490 1:30 pm • Free • All ages teen advisory Group West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 13-18 read aloud Dongan Hills library 718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • All ages Bubbles the clown new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 4+ closeKnit noble maritime collection

718-442-8560 4:00 pm • Free • All ages lego club West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 4:00 pm • Free • Ages 5-12 movies south Beach library 718-816-5834 4:30 pm • Free • All ages summer sunset concert series conference House park www.statenislandusa.com 7:00 pm • Free • All ages the pipes are calling st. alban’s episcopal church 718-984-6060 7:30 pm • Free • All ages

FriDay,July 3

staten island philharmonic Willowbrook park 718-698-2186 12:00 am • Free • All ages parents and i chalk art midland Beach turtle circle 718-667-3543 9:30 am • Free • Ages 0-3 toddler time Dongan Hills library 718-351-1444 10:30 am • Free • Ages 0-4 toddler time tottenville library 718-984-0945 10:30 am • Free • Ages 1.5-3 Baby and me West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 10:30 am • Free • Ages 0-1.5 the story museum Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 11:30 am • $3 • Ages 0-5 Kidz cook si children's museum 718-273-2060 12:00 pm • Free • All ages picture Book time/ reading aloud new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • Ages 3+ light, liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness tour Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2:30pm • Free w/admission • All ages

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cleaning & maintaining Westerleigh park 718-442-0336 9:00 am • Free • All ages Bank of america museums on us staten island museum 718-727-1135 10:00 am • Free • All ages travis 4th of July parade ps 26 718-698-1530 12:00 pm • Free • All ages independence Day celebration Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 12:00 pm • 5-8 • All ages Declaration of independence the conference House 718-984-6046 12:00 pm • Free • All ages conference House tours the conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • All ages independence Day celebration alice austen House museum 718-816-4506 6:00 pm • Free • All ages

sunDay,July 5

passport to imagination michael's 718-697-0252 10:00 am • $5 • All ages Kayaking Kayak staten island

www.kayakstatenisland.org 12:00 pm • Free Bank of america museums on Us staten island museum 718-727-1135 12:00 pm • Free • all ages incredible invertebrates staten island Zoo 718-442-3100 12pm • Free w/admission • all ages conference house tours the conference house 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • all ages art studio si children's museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free • ages 2-10 Diabetes prevention Group rossville a.m.e. Zion church 718-494-0472 1:30 pm • Free • adults Building the american Dream tour historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2pm • Free w/admission • all ages Boardwalk concert series south Beach Boardwalk 718-477-0800 4:00 pm • Free • all ages

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Blood Drive richmond University medical center 718-818-1234 7:00 am • Free • ages 16+ silly Dance party port richmond library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • ages 1-5 all Join in! stapleton library 718-727-0427 11:00 am • Free • ages 2-4 toddler story time Great Kills library 718-984-6670 11:00 am • Free • ages 1.5-3 heroes on camera st. George library 718-442-8560 11:00 am • Free • ages 6-11 pre-K stories West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 11:15 am • Free • ages 3-5 Baby space stapleton library 718-727-0427 11:45 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 Baby and me Great Kills library 718-984-6670 1:30 pm • Free • ages 0-1.5 reading aloud richmondtown library 718-668-0413 2:00 pm • Free • ages 3+ picture Book time/ reading aloud new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • ages 3+

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crafternoons Dongan hills library 718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • ages 5-12

tuesday storytime Barnes & noble 718-982-6983 11:00 am • Free • all ages

Wii Gaming port richmond library 718-442-0158 2:30 pm • Free • ages 5-11

free counseling american institute for creative living & staten island mental health counselor association 718-698-0300 12:15 pm • Free • adults

summer craft tottenville library 718-984-0945 3:00 pm • Free • ages 5-12 story time todt hill-Westerleigh library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • ages 3-11 read aloud huguenot library 718-984-4636 4:00 pm • Free • all ages

Baby space st. George library 718-442-8560 1:00 pm • Free • ages 0-1.5 Buzzy Bees Garden club stapleton library 718-727-0427 2:00 pm • Free • all ages legos/playdough Dongan hills library 718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • ages 3-12

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every hero has a story mariners harbor library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Free • ages 6-11

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afternoon story time and craft port richmond library 718-442-0158 3:30 pm • Free • ages 3-5

Baby space st. George library 718-442-8560 10:00 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 Baby Bounce port richmond library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 la leche meeting christ church of new Brighton 347-432-1134 10:30 am • Free • adults tot’s time plus si children's museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 • ages 1-5 Drop-in craft richmondtown library 718-668-0413 11:00 am • Free • ages 3+

tween/teen Jewelry making Great Kills library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • ages 10+ craft corner todt hill-Westerleigh library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • ages 3-11 read aloud south Beach library 718-816-5834 4:00 pm • Free • all ages Writopia Writing Workshop todt hill-Westerleigh library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Grades 1-5

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evening fireworks at south Beach south Beach Boardwalk 718-477-0800 12:00 am • Free • all ages Girl scout introductory program Bethel United methodist church 718-984-1277 8:00 am • $15 • Grades K-5 sensational spring: Greenbelt peepers Greenbelt nature center 718-351-3450 10:00 am • $8 • age 2 create your own super hero st. George library 718-442-8560 11:00 am • Free • ages 8-12 clay Day si children's museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free • ages 2-10 teen club new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • ages 12-18 Wildlife at the library Dongan hills library 718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • all ages create your own super hero stapleton library 718-727-0427 2:00 pm • Free • ages 4-9 prerobotics West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 2:00 pm • Free • ages 5-8 voice of the people tour historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2:30pm • Free w/admission • all ages Board Games south Beach library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • all ages read aloud tottenville library 718-984-0945 4:00 pm • Free • all ages family story time mariners harbor library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • all ages teen movie West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 4:30 pm • Free • ages 13-18 Boogie Woogie Wednesday! si children's museum 718-273-2060 5:00 pm • Free • all ages

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Greenbelt tree tots Greenbelt nature center 718-351-3450 10:00 am • $8 • ages 3-4 preschool time st. George library 718-442-8560 10:30 am • Free • ages 3-4 tot’s time plus si children's museum

718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 • ages 1-5 Baby & me tottenville library 718-984-0945 11:00 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 pre-K stories West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 11:15 am • Free • ages 3-5 paint Day si children's museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free • ages 2-10 a Helluva choir noble maritime collection 718-447-6490 1:30 pm • Free • all ages read aloud Dongan Hills library 718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • all ages superhero/heroine craft program new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • ages 5+ Behind the scenes at the museum Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2:30pm•Free w/admission•all ages Kids’ movie mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Free • all ages obstacle course playground midland Beach turtle circle 718- 667-3543 3:00 pm • Free • all ages

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718-351-2977 10:30 am • Free • ages 0-1.5

718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • all ages

toddler time Dongan Hills library 718-351-1444 10:30 am • Free • ages 0-4

light, liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness tour Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2:30pm•Free w/admission•all ages

toddler time tottenville library 718-984-0945 10:30 am • Free • ages 1.5-3 toddler time port richmond library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • ages 1.5-3 preschool story and craft Huguenot library 718-984-4636 10:30 am • Free • ages 3-5 Baby and me West new Brighton library

summer sunset concert series clove lakes park 212-639-9675 7:00 pm • Free • all ages the pipes are calling st. alban’s episcopal church 718-984-6060 7:30 pm • Free • all ages

FriDay,July 10

Family yoga mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Free • all ages Fun Fridays: stories and a craft Great Kills library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • ages 4+

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BacK to tHe BeacH saturday, July 11 & sunday, July 12 midland Beach Boardwalk 11am all ages www.binifund.org

literacyinc: story Hour stapleton library 718-727-0427 4:00 pm • Free • all ages lego club West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 4:00 pm • Free • ages 5-12

Board Games st. George library 718-442-8560 3:00 pm • Free • ages 5+

a free community event featuring live music, vendors, games, food, rides for the kids and more! Free fireworks show saturday, July 11th at the end of the day.

718-442-1416 10:30 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 Japanese story time st. George library 718-442-8560 11:00 am • Free • all ages

teen Hangout West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 8:00 am • Free • ages 13-18

preschool story time todt Hill-Westerleigh library 718-494-1642 11:30 am • Free • ages 3-5

parents and i chalk art Midland Beach turtle circle 718-667-3543 9:30 am • Free • ages 0-3

the story museum Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 11:30 am • $3 • ages 0-5

Fantastic Fridays: Greek Heroes mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 10:00 am • Free • all ages

Kidz cook si children's museum 718-273-2060 12:00 pm • Free • all ages

preschool storytime south Beach library 718-816-5834 10:30 am • Free • Pre-K

picture Book time/ reading aloud new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • ages 3+

Baby rhyme time new Dorp library

Fun Fridays Dongan Hills library

Wii love Gaming stapleton library 718-727-0427 3:30 pm • Free • ages 5-11 Wii time south Beach library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • all ages reading aloud richmondtown library 718-668-0413 4:00 pm • Free • ages 3+

saturDay,July 11

cleaning & maintaining Westerleigh park 718-442-0336 9:00 am • Free • all ages la leche meeting Huguenot library 718-984-4636 10:00 am • Free • adults staten island prideFest snug Harbor cultural center 718-448-2500 10:00 am • Free • all ages

Fitness saturday mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 10:15 am • Free • all ages science saturdays Dongan Hills library 718-351-1444 11:00 am • Free • all ages Back to the Beach midland Beach promenade 718-412-1851 11:00 am • Free • all ages Greenthumb Workshop castleton Hill moravian church 718-442-5215 11:00 am • Free • all ages animal photography staten island Zoo 718-442-3100 12:00 pm • Free w/ admission • all ages conference House tours the conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • all ages art studio si children's museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free • ages 2-10 lizard Hunt Kingfisher pond 212-639-9675 1:00 pm • Free • all ages Free Family Films: rio new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • all ages eating america tour Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2pm • Free w/admission • all ages annette marten’s art exhibit Garibaldi-meucci museum 718-442-1608 2:00 pm • $10 • all ages Knitting Hour south Beach library 718-816-5834 3:00 pm • Free • adults cinema saturdays stapleton library 718-727-0427 3:00 pm • Free • all ages outdoor explorium mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Free • all ages the interpretation of Dreams clay pit ponds 718-967-1976 7:00 pm • all ages

sunDay,July 12

Walk with protectors of pine oak Woods saint Francis Woodlands 718-482-4942 10:00 am • Free • all ages passport to imagination michael's 718-697-0252 10:00 am • $5 • all ages Back to the Beach midland Beach promenade

718-412-1851 11:00 am • Free • all ages conference house tours the conference house 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • all ages art studio si children's museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free • ages 2-10 nature Walk mount loretto state park 718-482-4942 1:00 pm • Free • all ages Diabetes prevention Group rossville a.m.e. zion church 718-494-0472 1:30 pm • Free • adults Building the american Dream tour historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2pm • Free w/admission • all ages Boardwalk concert series south Beach Boardwalk 718-477-0800 4:00 pm • Free • all ages

monDay,July 13

Blood Drive richmond university medical center 718-818-1234 7:00 am • Free • ages 16+ teen minecraft club West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 8:00 am • Free • ages 13-18 all Join in! stapleton library 718-727-0427 11:00 am • Free • ages 2-4

events announced in this calendar are subject to change. call to confirm before you attend.

minecraft Dongan hills library 718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • ages 8-17 Wii Gaming port richmond library 718-442-0158 2:30 pm • Free • ages 5-11 stem superheroes todt hill-Westerleigh library 718-494-1642 3:00 pm • Free • Grades 4+ story time todt hill-Westerleigh library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • ages 3-11 read aloud huguenot library 718-984-4636 4:00 pm • Free • all ages

pre-K stories West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 11:15 am • Free • ages 3-5 Baby space stapleton library 718-727-0427 11:45 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 Baby and me Great Kills library 718-984-6670 1:30 pm • Free • ages 0-1.5 teen cafe remixed new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • ages 12-18 reading aloud richmondtown library 718-668-0413 2:00 pm • Free • ages 3+ picture Book time/ reading aloud new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • ages 3+

Baby space st. George library 718-442-8560 1:00 pm • Free • ages 0-1.5 Buzzy Bees Garden club stapleton library 718-727-0427 2:00 pm • Free • all ages abracadabra south Beach library 718-816-5834 2:00 pm • Free • ages 4-8 comic Book club port richmond library 718-442-0158 2:00 pm • Free • ages 6-11 ninja turtle party tottenville library

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lizarD hunt saturday, July 11 Kingfisher pond 1pm all ages www.siprotectors.org

toddler story time Great Kills library 718-984-6670 11:00 am • Free • ages 1.5-3 heroes on camera st. George library 718-442-8560 11:00 am • Free • ages 6-11

718- 698-0300 12:15 pm • Free • adults

Following the lizard hunt, explore the wetlands in Kingfisher pond with the hopes of seeing turtles sunning on logs in the pond as well as herons and other birds. super craft mariners harbor library 212-621-0690 5:00 pm • Free • ages 6-12

tuesDay,July 14

Baby space st. George library 718-442-8560 10:00 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 Baby Bounce port richmond library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 tot’s time plus si children's museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 • ages 1-5 tuesday storytime Barnes & noble 718-982-6983 11:00 am • Free • all ages Free counseling american institute For creative living & staten island mental health counselor association

718-984-0945 3:00 pm • Free • ages 5-12 preschool program new Dorp library 718-351-2977 3:30 pm • Free • ages 2.5-5 teen/tween sewing Workshop Great Kills library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • ages 10+ afternoon story time and craft port richmond library 718-442-0158 3:30 pm • Free • ages 3-5 craft corner todt hill-Westerleigh library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • ages 3-11 read aloud south Beach library 718-816-5834 4:00 pm • Free • all ages Writopia Writing Workshop todt hill-Westerleigh library

718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Grades 1-5

WeDnesDay,July 15

evening Fireworks at south Beach south Beach Boardwalk 718-477-0800 12:00 am • Free • all ages Girl scout introductory program Bethel united methodist church 718-984-1277 8am • $15 • Grades K-5 create your own super hero st. George library 718-442-8560 11:00 am • Free • ages 8-12 clay Day si children's museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free • ages 2-10 real life heroes port richmond library 718-442-0158 2:00 pm • Free • ages 5-11 create your own super hero stapleton library 718-727-0427 2:00 pm • Free • ages 4-9 prerobotics West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 2:00 pm • Free • ages 5-8 voice of the people tour historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2:30pm•Free w/admission•all ages craft huguenot library 718-984-4636 2:30 pm • Free • ages 5+ summer study time mariners harbor library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Free • all ages Board Games south Beach library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • all ages read aloud tottenville library 718-984-0945 4:00 pm • Free • all ages Family story time mariners harbor library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • all ages teen movie West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 4:30 pm • Free • ages 13-18 Boogie Woogie Wednesday! si children's museum 718-273-2060 5:00 pm • Free • all ages pJ storytime West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 6:30 pm • Free • ages 3+ la leche virtual meeting Google hangout 347-432-1134 7:30 pm • Free • adults

harmony Day picnic clove lakes park 718-667-2219 10:00 am • Free • all ages

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toddler time st. George library 718-442-8560 10:30 am • Free • ages 1.5-3 tot’s time plus si children's museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 • ages 1-5 Baby & me tottenville library 718-984-0945 11:00 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 pre-K stories West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 11:15 am • Free • ages 3-5 paint Day si children's museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free • ages 2-10 a helluva choir noble maritime collection 718-447-6490 1:30 pm • Free • all ages read aloud Dongan hills library 718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • all ages superhero/heroine craft program new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • ages 4+

events announced in this calendar are subject to change. call to confirm before you attend.

the pipes are calling st. alban’s episcopal church 718-984-6060 7:30 pm • Free • all ages

Kidz cook si children's museum 718-273-2060 12:00 pm • Free • all ages

FriDaY,JulY 17

summer reading Book club st. George library 718-442-8560 1:00 pm • Free • all ages

parents and i chalk art midland Beach turtle circle 718-667-3543 9:30 am • Free • ages 0-3

toddler rhyme time new Dorp library 718-351-2977 10:30 am • Free • ages 1.5-2.5 toddler time Dongan hills library 718-351-1444 10:30 am • Free • ages 0-4

literacyinc: story hour stapleton library 718-727-0427 4:00 pm • Free • all ages Family Film night huguenot library 718-984-4636 4:00 pm • Free • all ages Kiddie tech time mariners harbor library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • ages 6-11 Kids’ movie st. George library 718-442-8560 4:00 pm • Free • all ages lego club West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 4:00 pm • Free • ages 5-12 movies south Beach library 718-816-5834 4:30 pm • Free • all ages summer sunset concert series lemon creek park www.statenislandusa.com 7:00 pm • Free • all ages

Fun Fridays Dongan hills library 718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • all ages light, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness tour historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2:30pm•Free w/ admission•all ages

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harmonY DaY picnic

Behind the scenes at the museum historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2:30pm•Free w/ admission•all ages obstacle course playground midland Beach turtle circle 718- 667-3543 3:00 pm • Free • all ages

picture Book time/ reading aloud new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • ages 3+

Fantastic Fridays: community heroes mariners harbor library 212-621-0690 10:00 am • Free • all ages

Wednesday, July 15 clove lakes park 10am all ages 718-667-2219

patrol Borough staten island is hosting their annual picnic and all families are welcome to attend. there will be free lunch, snow cones, giveaways, rock climbing, baseball, arts & crafts, Zumba, crime prevention info, and nYpD emergency equipment on display. toddler time tottenville library 718-984-0945 10:30 am • Free • ages 1.5-3

Board Games st. George library 718-442-8560 3:00 pm • Free • ages 5+

toddler time port richmond library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • ages 1.5-3

Backyard reading picnic West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 3:00 pm • Free • ages 5-12

Baby and me West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 10:30 am • Free • ages 0-1.5

Wii love Gaming stapleton library 718-727-0427 3:30 pm • Free • ages 5-11

itty Bitty play time mariners harbor library 212-621-0690 11:00 am • Free • ages 0-3

Wii time south Beach library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • all ages

preschool story time todt hill-Westerleigh library 718-494-1642 11:30 am • Free • ages 3-5

abiyoyo and other tales of Giants, Warriors, and Wizards Great Kills library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • ages 4+

the story museum historic richmond town 718-351-1611 11:30 am • $3 • ages 0-5

reading aloud richmondtown library 718-668-0413 4:00 pm • Free • ages 3+

saturDaY,JulY 18

cleaning & maintaining Westerleigh park Westerleigh park 718-442-0336 9:00 am • Free • all ages Freshkills park tour Fresh Kills 212-360-3440 10:00 am • Free • all ages Fitness saturday mariners harbor library 212-621-0690 10:15 am • Free • all ages science saturdays Dongan hills library 718-351-1444 11:00 am • Free • all ages Kayaking Kayak staten island www.kayakstatenisland.org 12:00 pm • Free animal Behavior training Day staten island Zoo 718-442-3100 12pm • Free w/admission • all ages conference house tours the conference house 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • all ages art studio si children's museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free • ages 2-10 Free Family Films: earth to echo new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • all ages eating america tour historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2pm • Free w/admission • all ages Kiddie Game time mariners harbor library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Free • ages 6-11 Knitting hour south Beach library 718-816-5834 3:00 pm • Free • adults cinema saturdays stapleton library 718-727-0427 3:00 pm • Free • all ages nature Walk long pond park 718-869-6327 7:00 pm • Free • all ages stargazing in Great Kills Great Kills park 718-987-6729 8:30 pm • Free • all ages

sunDaY,JulY 19

passport to imagination michael's 718-697-0252 10:00 am • $5 • all ages Kayak the creeks Fresh Kills www.kayakstatenisland.org 12:00 pm • Free conference house tours the conference house

718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • all ages art studio si children's museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free • ages 2-10 Discover Dragonflies Blue Heron nature center 718-967-3542 1:00 pm • Free • all ages Diabetes prevention Group rossville a.m.e. Zion church 718-494-0472 1:30 pm • Free • adults sea shanty sessions noble maritime collection 718-447-6490 2:00 pm • Free • all ages Building the american Dream tour Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2pm • Free w/admission • all ages Boardwalk concert series south Beach Boardwalk 718-477-0800 4:00 pm • Free • all ages

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Blood Drive richmond University medical ctr 718-818-1234 7:00 am • Free • ages 16+ Be a city Hero st. George library 718-442-8560 8:00 am • Free • all ages all Join in! stapleton library 718-727-0427 11:00 am • Free • ages 2-4 toddler story time Great Kills library 718-984-6670 11:00 am • Free • ages 1.5-3 Heroes on camera st. George library 718-442-8560 11:00 am • Free • ages 6-11 pre-K stories West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 11:15 am • Free • ages 3-5 Baby space stapleton library 718-727-0427 11:45 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 Baby and me Great Kills library 718-984-6670 1:30 pm • Free • ages 0-1.5 reading aloud richmondtown library 718-668-0413 2:00 pm • Free • ages 3+ picture Book time/ reading aloud new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • ages 3+ crafternoons Dongan Hills library 718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • ages 5-12

events announced in this calendar are subject to change. call to confirm before you attend.

Wii Gaming port richmond library 718-442-0158 2:30 pm • Free • ages 5-11 Bubbles the clown tottenville library 718-984-0945 3:00 pm • Free • ages 4+ story time todt Hill-Westerleigh library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • ages 3-11 read aloud Huguenot library 718-984-4636 4:00 pm • Free • all ages super craft mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 5:00 pm • Free • ages 6-12

718- 698-0300 12:15 pm • Free • adults Baby space st. George library 718-442-8560 1:00 pm • Free • ages 0-1.5 summer craft south Beach library 718-816-5834 2:00 pm • Free • ages 5+ Buzzy Bees Garden club stapleton library 718-727-0427 2:00 pm • Free • all ages legos/playdough Dongan Hills library 718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • ages 3-12 stories and songs richmondtown library

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create YoUr oWn sUperHero

Wednesday, July 22 stapleton library 2pm all ages www.nypl.org Kids will explore the stories and images of superheroes from across the globe and create their very own superheroes, each with a unique backstory, logo, and personal cape. please pre-register.

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Baby space st. George library 718-442-8560 10:00 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 Baby Bounce port richmond library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 tot’s time plus si children's museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 • ages 1-5 preschool program tottenville library 718-984-0945 11:00 am • Free • ages 3-5 tuesday storytime Barnes & noble 718-982-6983 11:00 am • Free • all ages Free counseling american institute For creative living & staten island mental Health counselor association

718-668-0413 2:00 pm • Free • all ages every Hero Has a story mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Free • ages 6-11 afternoon story time and craft port richmond library 718-442-0158 3:30 pm • Free • ages 3-5 craft corner todt Hill-Westerleigh library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • ages 3-11 read aloud south Beach library 718-816-5834 4:00 pm • Free • all ages Writopia Writing Workshop todt Hill-Westerleigh library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Grades 1-5 nature Journaling mount loretto state park

718-482-4942 5:30 pm • Free • all ages taming tantrums thursday's child 718-980-1700 7:00 pm • Free • all ages summer movie night: the rescuers Down Under Westervelt community Garden 212-788-7900 8:30 pm • Free • all ages

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evening Fireworks at south Beach south Beach Boardwalk 718-477-0800 12:00 am • Free • all ages Girl scout introductory program Bethel United methodist church 718-984-1277 8am • $15 • Grades K-5 create Your own super Hero st. George library 718-442-8560 11:00 am • Free • ages 8-12 clay Day si children's museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free • ages 2-10 create Your own super Hero stapleton library 718-727-0427 2:00 pm • Free • ages 4-9 canvas painting Dongan Hills library 718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • ages 5-12 prerobotics West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 2:00 pm • Free • ages 5-8 voice of the people tour Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2:30pm•Free w/admission•all ages summer study time mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Free • all ages Board Games south Beach library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • all ages read aloud tottenville library 718-984-0945 4:00 pm • Free • all ages Family story time mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • all ages teen movie West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 4:30 pm • Free • ages 13-18 Boogie Woogie Wednesday! si children's museum 718-273-2060 5:00 pm • Free • all ages

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preschool time st. George library 718-442-8560 10:30 am • Free • ages 3-4

tot’s time plus si children's museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 • ages 1-5 Baby & me tottenville library 718-984-0945 11:00 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 pre-K stories West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 11:15 am • Free • ages 3-5 paint Day si children's museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free • ages 2-10 a Helluva choir noble maritime collection 718-447-6490 1:30 pm • Free • all ages teen advisory Group new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • ages 12-18 read aloud Dongan Hills library 718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • all ages Behind the scenes at the museum Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2:30pm•Free w/admission •all ages Kids’ movie mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Free • all ages obstacle course playground midland Beach turtle circle 718-667-3543 3:00 pm • Free • all ages literacyinc: story Hour stapleton library 718-727-0427 4:00 pm • Free • all ages lego club West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 4:00 pm • Free • ages 5-12 summer sunset concert series corporal thompson park 718-390-8000 7:00 pm • Free • all ages the pipes are calling st. alban’s episcopal church 718-984-6060 7:30 pm • Free • all ages

FriDay,July 24

events announced in this calendar are subject to change. call to confirm before you attend.

toddler time tottenville library 718-984-0945 10:30 am • Free • ages 1.5-3

Board Games st. George library 718-442-8560 3:00 pm • Free • ages 5+

toddler time port richmond library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • ages 1.5-3

Family yoga mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Free • all ages

preschool story and craft Huguenot library 718-984-4636 10:30 am • Free • ages 3-5

Fun Fridays: stories and a craft Great Kills library 718-984-6670 3:30 pm • Free • ages 4+

Baby and me West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 10:30 am • Free • ages 0-1.5

Wii love Gaming stapleton library 718-727-0427 3:30 pm • Free • ages 5-11

preschool story time todt Hill-Westerleigh library 718-494-1642 11:30 am • Free • ages 3-5

Wii time south Beach library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • all ages

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summer sunset concert

thursday, July 23 corporal thompson park 7pm all ages www.statenislandusa.com the summer sunset concert series runs every thursday from July 2 to august 27, and features free live music in various parks and venues in staten island. Hosted by Borough president oddo, the annual event is a summer favorite for staten islanders. the story museum Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 11:30 am • $3 • ages 0-5

reading aloud richmondtown library 718-668-0413 4:00 pm • Free • ages 3+

Kidz cook si children's museum 718-273-2060 12:00 pm • Free • all ages

saturDay,July 25

teen Hangout West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 8:00 am • Free • ages 13-18

summer reading Book club st. George library 718-442-8560 1:00 pm • Free • all ages

parents and i chalk art midland Beach turtle circle 718-667-3543 9:30 am • Free • ages 0-3

picture Book time/ reading aloud new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • ages 3+

Fantastic Fridays: comic Book Hero mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 10:00 am • Free • all ages

Fun Fridays Dongan Hills library 718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • all ages

toddler time Dongan Hills library 718-351-1444 10:30 am • Free • ages 0-4

light, liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness tour Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2:30pm•Free w/admission•all ages

cleaning & maintaining Westerleigh park Westerleigh park 718-442-0336 9:00 am • Free • all ages Fitness saturday mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 10:15 am • Free • all ages sensory story & activity time st. George library 718-442-8560 11:00 am • Free • ages 2-10 science saturdays Dongan Hills library 718-351-1444 11:00 am • Free • all ages Weed Warriors – volunteer cleanup schmul park

212-788-8277 11:00 am • Free • all ages conference House tours the conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • all ages art studio si children's museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free • ages 2-10 Free Family Films: Guardians of the Galaxy new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • all ages eating america tour Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2pm • Free w/ admission • all ages alaskan Wilderness: poetry, prose, photography Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2:00 pm • Free • all ages unbroken Garibaldi-meucci museum 718-442-1608 2:00 pm • $10 • all ages Knitting Hour south Beach library 718-816-5834 3:00 pm • Free • adults cinema saturdays stapleton library 718-727-0427 3:00 pm • Free • all ages outdoor explorium mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Free • all ages

sunDay,July 26

passport to imagination michael's 718-697-0252 10:00 am • $5 • all ages 30th anniversary community Festival alice austen House museum 718-816-4506 12:00 pm • Free • all ages penguin visit staten island Zoo 718-442-3100 12pm • Free w/admission • all ages conference House tours the conference House 718-984-6046 1:00 pm • Free • all ages art studio si children's museum 718-273-2060 1:00 pm • Free • ages 2-10 Diabetes prevention Group rossville a.m.e. Zion church 718.494.0472 1:30 pm • Free • adults Building the american Dream tour Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2pm • Free w/admission • all ages Boardwalk concert series south Beach Boardwalk 718-477-0800 4:00 pm • Free • all ages

monDay,July 27

Blood Drive richmond university medical ctr 718-818-1234 7:00 am • Free • ages 16+ teen minecraft club West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 8:00 am • Free • ages 13-18 Be a city Hero st. George library 718-442-8560 8:00 am • Free • all ages all Join in! stapleton library 718-727-0427 11:00 am • Free • ages 2-4 toddler story time Great Kills library 718-984-6670 11:00 am • Free • ages 1.5-3 Heroes on camera st. George library 718-442-8560 11:00 am • Free • ages 6-11 pre-K stories West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 11:15 am • Free • ages 3-5 Baby space stapleton library 718-727-0427 11:45 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 Baby and me Great Kills library 718-984-6670 1:30 pm • Free • ages 0-1.5

events announced in this calendar are subject to change. call to confirm before you attend.

tuesDay,July 28

Baby space st. George library 718-442-8560 10:00 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 Baby Bounce port richmond library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 tot’s time plus si children's museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 • ages 1-5 Drop-in craft richmondtown library 718-668-0413 11:00 am • Free • ages 3+ tuesday storytime Barnes & noble 718-982-6983 11:00 am • Free • all ages

picture Book time/ reading aloud new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • ages 3+ minecraft Dongan Hills library 718-351-1444 2:00 pm • Free • ages 8-17 Wii Gaming port richmond library 718-442-0158 2:30 pm • Free • ages 5-11 story time todt Hill-Westerleigh library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • ages 3-11 read aloud Huguenot library 718-984-4636 4:00 pm • Free • all ages

read aloud south Beach library 718-816-5834 4:00 pm • Free • all ages Writopia Writing Workshop todt Hill-Westerleigh library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • Grades 1-5

WeDnesDay,July 29

evening Fireworks at south Beach south Beach Boardwalk 718-477-0800 12:00 am • Free • all ages Girl scout introductory program Bethel united methodist church 718-984-1277 8:00 am • $15 • Grades K-5

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3otH anniversary Festival

teen cafe remixed new Dorp library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • ages 12-18 reading aloud richmondtown library 718-668-0413 2:00 pm • Free • ages 3+

craft corner todt Hill-Westerleigh library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • ages 3-11

sunday, July 26 alice austen House museum 12pm all ages www.aliceausten.org

the alice austen House museum is celebrating its 30th anniversary!

Join in a community festival filled with food, music, family activities, tours, and more. creating Free seed libraries staten island makerspace 718-273-3951 11:00 am • Free • all ages

create your own super Hero st. George library 718-442-8560 11:00 am • Free • ages 8-12

Free counseling american institute For creative living & staten island mental Health counselor association 718- 698-0300 12:15 pm • Free • adults

clay Day si children's museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free • ages 2-10

Baby space st. George library 718-442-8560 1:00 pm • Free • ages 0-1.5 Buzzy Bees Garden club stapleton library 718-727-0427 2:00 pm • Free • all ages

super craft mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 5:00 pm • Free • ages 6-12

comic Book club port richmond library 718-442-0158 2:00 pm • Free • ages 6-11

stuffed animal sleepover tottenville library 718-984-0945 6:30 pm • Free • ages 4-12

afternoon story time and craft port richmond library 718-442-0158 3:30 pm • Free • ages 3-5

art lab port richmond library 718-442-0158 2:00 pm • Free • ages 5-11 create your own super Hero stapleton library 718-727-0427 2:00 pm • Free • ages 4-9 prerobotics West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 2:00 pm • Free • ages 5-8 voice of the people tour Historic richmond town 718-351-1611 2:30pm•Free w/admission•all ages

summer study time mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 3:00 pm • Free • all ages tasty towers south Beach library 718-816-5834 3:00 pm • Free • ages 12-18 Board Games south Beach library 718-816-5834 3:30 pm • Free • all ages read aloud tottenville library 718-984-0945 4:00 pm • Free • all ages Family story time mariners Harbor library 212-621-0690 4:00 pm • Free • all ages teen movie West new Brighton library 718-442-1416 4:30 pm • Free • ages 13-18 Boogie Woogie Wednesday! si children's museum 718-273-2060 5:00 pm • Free • all ages

tHursDay,July 30

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LiteracyINC: Story Hour Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 4:00 pm • Free • all ages

The Pipes Are Calling St. Alban’s Episcopal Church 718-984-6060 7:30 pm • Free • all ages

Toddler Time Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 10:30 am • Free • ages 1.5-3

Preschool Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 11:30 am • Free • ages 3-5

Kids’ Movie St. George Library 718-442-8560 4:00 pm • Free • all ages

TU Dance: Master Class, Calvin Wiley Clove Lakes Park 212-639-9675 Free • all ages • 7pm

Toddler Time Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • ages 1.5-3

The Story Museum Historic Richmond Town 718-351-1611 11:30 am • $3 • ages 0-5

Puppet Mobile: Tales of Brier Rabbit Bloomingdale Park 718-967-3542 10:30 am • Free • all ages

Summerstage Kids: Sugar Free Allstars Bloomingdale Park 718-967-3542 Free • all ages • 10:30am

Baby and Me West New Brighton Library 718-442-1416 10:30 am • Free • ages 0-1.5

Mr. Joy by Daniel Beauty Cove Lakes Park 212-639-9675 Free • all ages • 7pm

Lego Club West New Brighton Library 718-442-1416 4:00 pm • Free • ages 5-12 Movies South Beach Library 718-816-5834 4:30 pm • Free • all ages Summer Sunset Concert Series Historic Richmond Town 718-351-1611 7:00 pm • Free • all ages

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Parents and I Chalk Art Midland Beach Turtle Circle 718- 667-3543 9:30 am • Free • ages 0-3 Fantastic Fridays: Super Animal Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 10:00 am • Free • all ages Toddler Time Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 10:30 am • Free • ages 0-4

Itty Bitty Play Time Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 11:00 am • Free • ages 0-3

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MoNDAy,JUNE 1

Blood Drive Richmond University Medical Center 718-818-1234 7:00 am • Free • ages 16+ All Join In! Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 11:00 am • Free • ages 2-4

Toddler Story Time Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 11:00 am • Free • ages 1.5-3

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Free Reading Tutoring New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 3:30 pm • Free • Grades pre-K-3 Free Math Tutoring New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 3:30 pm • Free • Grades pre-K-8

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Pre-K Stories West New Brighton Library 718-442-1416 11:15 am • Free • ages 3-5

Baby Space Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 11:45 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 Baby and Me Great Kills Library 718-984-6670 1:30 pm • Free • ages 0-1.5 Teen Cafe Remixed New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • ages 12-18 Wii Gaming Port Richmond Library 718-442-0158 2:30 pm • Free • ages 5-12 Homework Club St. George Library 718-442-8560 4:00 pm • Free • ages 5-12 Picturebook Time St. George Library 718-442-8560 4:00 pm • Free • ages 3-8 Story Time Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • ages 3-11 Read Aloud Huguenot Library 718-984-4636 4:00 pm • Free • all ages

PLEASE NOTE: Events announced in this calendar are subject to change.

We strongly suggest calling to confirm times, prices, ages, etc. before you attend.

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important dates: Flag day - jun d-day anniversary, 1944 - jun 6 Belmont sakes - jun 6 Father’s day - jun 21 summer Begins - jun 21 the Last day of school - june 26

Buzzy Bots and Crawly Critters New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 4:30 pm • Free • ages 5-12 Homework Help Mariners Harbor Library 212-621-0690 5:00 pm • Free • Grades 1-6

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Baby Space St. George Library 718-442-8560 10:00 am • Free • ages 0-1.5 Baby Bounce Port Richmond Public Library 718-442-0158 10:30 am • Free • ages 0-1.5

La Leche Meeting Christ Church of New Brighton 347-432-1134 10:30 am • Free • adults Tot’s Time Plus SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 11:00 am • $5 • ages 1-5 Tuesday Storytime Barnes & Noble 718-982-6983 11:00 am • Free • all ages Teen Lounge Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 2:30 pm • Free • Grades 6+ Afternoon Story Time and Craft Port Richmond Library

Read Aloud South Beach Library 718-816-5834 4:00 pm • Free • all ages

Craft Corner Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4:00 pm • Free • ages 3-11 Art Workshop Dongan Hills Library 718-351-1444 4:00 pm • Free • ages 5-12 LiteracyINC: Story Hour Stapleton Library 718-727-0427 5:30 pm • Free • all ages

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Dyslexia & Learning Disabilities Resource Fair Jewish Community Center 718-475-5200 3:00 am • Free • all ages Midweek Bird Walk Bucks Hollow 718-727-1135 10:00 am • Free • all ages Baby Time South Beach Library 718-816-5834 10:30 am • Free • ages 0-3 Clay Day SI Children's Museum 718-273-2060 1:30 pm • Free • ages 2-10 Teen Club New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2:00 pm • Free • ages 12-18

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DIANE MILIO, L.C.S.W. Specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents, adults, couples and families Over 25 Years Experience Most Insurance Accepted Evening & Saturday Appointments Available

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